Senior Principal Digital Engineer

Posted 2 Days Ago
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3 Locations
In-Office
123K-213K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Design and maintain system architectures and the Digital Engineering Ecosystem. Develop DODAF/SysML viewpoints, CONOPS, and MBSE artifacts. Build automation workflows, tool-to-tool integrations, visualizations, and data merges across disciplines. Perform requirements analysis and onboard partners into the DE environment to support program objectives.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for Senior Principal Digital Engineer (Systems Engineer) to join the team of qualified individuals on our Research and Advanced Design organization. This role is located onsite in Redondo Beach, CA, Rancho Bernardo, CA, OR Melbourne, FL.

The successful candidate will have the ability to analyze architecture and develop various DODAF or SysML Viewpoints in support of this effort.  Designs and develops system architectures and defines key capabilities and performance requirements in creating and maintaining the Digital Engineering Ecosystem (DEE). The candidate will be developing visualizations and merging data sets across functional disciplines to bring more visibility to the end users within the program by developing analytical interfaces for data presentation. 

Key Responsibilities:

  •  Assist in development of system architectures.
  • Architecture, CONOPS, and use case development using model-based systems engineering methodologies.
  • Automation workflow development of multi-disciplined functional processes in support of various engineering and business processes.
  • Perform system requirements analysis.
  • Maintain our Digital Ecosystem
  • Lead our Tool-to-tool integration
  • Support the program by onboarding partners into our DE environment

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do

Basic Qualifications:

  • Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline AND 8 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 6 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience

  • Must have an active US Government Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. 

  • Must have familiarity with Systems Engineering

  • Must have experience collaborating across engineering disciplines to architect, design, or implement complex systems.

  • Must have experience in Model based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Current, active Top Secret clearance
  • Experience in Aerospace Systems
  • Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Software Engineering.
  • Experience with Cameo Enterprise Architecture and the Systems Modeling Language (SysML).
  • Experience developing various DODAF views, especially Operational and Functional viewpoints, using MBSE tools like Cameo.
  • Experience with Agile product development
  • Experience using the Atlassian Suite.
  • Experience in Digital Ecosystem design and maturity.

    Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $213,400.00

    The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

    Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

    The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

    Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

    Skills Required

    • Bachelor of Science in STEM with 8 years related experience OR Master of Science in STEM with 6 years related experience OR STEM Ph.D. with 4 years related experience
    • Active US Government Secret (or higher) clearance with background investigation within past 6 years or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation
    • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time
    • Familiarity with Systems Engineering
    • Experience collaborating across engineering disciplines to architect, design, or implement complex systems
    • Experience in Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
    • Current, active Top Secret clearance
    • Experience in Aerospace Systems
    • Degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or Software Engineering
    • Experience with Cameo Enterprise Architecture and the Systems Modeling Language (SysML)
    • Experience developing DODAF views, especially Operational and Functional viewpoints, using MBSE tools like Cameo
    • Experience with Agile product development
    • Experience using the Atlassian Suite
    • Experience in Digital Ecosystem design and maturity

    Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

    The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

    • Retirement Support 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
    • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
    • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.

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    The Company
    HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
    85,636 Employees

    What We Do

    We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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