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Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer Level 2/ 3 to join our team based out of Sunnyvale, CA. The Marine Systems organization, part of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, is searching for Systems Engineers in support of rapid growth in the Launcher Hardware organization. You will have the opportunity to be part of an expanding team of dedicated engineers directly supporting the engineering development of innovative launcher hardware for weapons systems on a variety of Navy platforms.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform requirements development, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems
Support the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints.
Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
Generation and updating of System and sub-system level specifications in DOORS, including creation of Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM) and verification traceability (tracing requirements to test plans/procedures/results)
Update and maintain system drawings and documents such as Interface Control Documents, Arrangement Drawings, etc.
Participate/Lead and coordinate preparation, conduct and closeout for internal and external customer reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, IRR, TRR, etc.)
Support the creation and refinement of Model Based System Engineering products (System behavioral models, Use Case realizations, State Machines, etc.)
The qualified candidate will possess the following skills:
The ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrate strategic thinking along with sound decision making and good judgments
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
PLEASE NOTE: These roles are 100% onsite in Sunnyvale, CA.
This requisition may be filled at a Level 2 or a Level 3 based on the qualifications listed below:
Basic Qualifications for Level 2 :
Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 2 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 0 years relevant work experience.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
First-hand experience with requirements and interface management
Familiarity with system drawings and documents such as Interface Control Documents, System/Subsystem Specifications, Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM), etc.
Experience with system engineering tools such as IBM Rational DOORS
Familiarity with MBE/MBSE concepts and tools
US Citizenship required
Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance
Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 5 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 3 years relevant work experience.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
First-hand experience with requirements and interface management
Familiarity with system drawings and documents such as Interface Control Documents, System/Subsystem Specifications, Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM), etc.
Experience with system engineering tools such as IBM Rational DOORS
Familiarity with MBE/MBSE concepts and tools
US Citizenship required
Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Systems Engineering
Understanding and knowledge of Agile (SCRUM) techniques and activities
First hand experience with MBSE concepts and tools (MagicDraw and / or Cameo preferred)
Experience in technical presentation and interfacing with customers
Design and operational knowledge of navy programs
Ability to read and interpret government or military specifications
An active DOD Secret Clearance
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in a STEM discipline with required relevant experience per level (Level 2: Bachelors+2yrs or Masters+0; Level 3: Bachelors+5yrs or Masters+3yrs).
- Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
- First-hand experience with requirements and interface management.
- Familiarity with system drawings and documents (Interface Control Documents, System/Subsystem Specifications, VCRM).
- Experience with system engineering tools such as IBM Rational DOORS.
- Familiarity with MBE/MBSE concepts and tools.
- US Citizenship required.
- Ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance.
- Ability to work 100% onsite in Sunnyvale, CA.
- Master's Degree in Systems Engineering.
- Understanding and knowledge of Agile (SCRUM) techniques and activities.
- First-hand experience with MBSE tools (MagicDraw and/or Cameo).
- Experience in technical presentation and interfacing with customers.
- Design and operational knowledge of Navy programs.
- Ability to read and interpret government or military specifications.
- An active DoD Secret clearance.
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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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.
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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.
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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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