Sentinel - Payload Re-entry System (PRS) Systems Engineer 2/3

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense has an opening for a Systems Engineer (level 2)/Principal Systems Engineer (level 3) to join its Payload Re-entry System (PRS) team in Huntsville, AL in support of the Sentinel Program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure. 

What you will get to do:

As a PRS Systems Engineer the primary job responsibilities are the following:

• Perform requirements analysis, develop source data for requirements, generate requirements verification, and help prepare test plans and procedures.
• Participate in technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for mechanical, electrical and integrated systems.
• Apply the principles of engineering to design components and systems using applicable standards and specifications
• Verify specifications and designs through modeling and simulation, test data processing, and performance analysis.
• Support all phases of the systems lifecycle including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal.
• Develop Basis of Estimates (BOEs) for the systems engineering function.
• Interface with United States Air Force Customer.

Basic Qualifications:

Systems Engineer (Level 2):

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 2 years of experience, 0 years of experience with master’s degree.
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher at the time of application. 
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need
• 1 year of experience with Core Systems Engineering (Requirements, Architecture, Interfaces, or Verification)
• 1 year of experience with any of the following tools and languages: DOORS, Cameo, MagicDraw, UML, SysML

Principal Systems Engineer (Level 3):

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 5 years of related experience, 3 years of related experience with master’s degree, or 1 year of related experience with PhD.
• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance or higher at the time of application. 
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need
• 3 years of experience with MBSE tools
• 3 years of experience with Core Systems Engineering (Requirements, Architecture, Interfaces, or Verification)
• 1 year of experience with any of the following tools and languages: DOORS, Cameo, MagicDraw, UML, SysML
• 1 year of experience interfacing with suppliers or government customers.
• 1 year of experience in requirement verification planning

Preferred Qualifications:

• Preferred degrees include (Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace engineering).
• 3 years of experience with ICBM Weapon Systems
• 3 years of experience in Systems Engineering and any of the following areas:
• Requirements Management: MBSE, Functional Block Diagrams, Specification Trees
• Systems and end item requirements validation and verification
• Design: Systems Design, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, N2 Analysis, Trade Studies
• General knowledge of multiple engineering disciplines: Safety, Nuclear Hardness, Nuclear Surety, Material Science, Environmental, Parts and Logistics, etc
• Experience with CDRL development for customer review.
• Experience executing System Milestone efforts such as: ARR, PDR, CDR, etc.
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance
• Active SAP clearance

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:  

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage  
• 401k  
• Educational Assistance  
• Life Insurance  
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions   
• Paid Time Off   
• Health & Wellness Resources   
• Employee Discounts  

This position’s standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.   

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Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

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.