Systems Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer 2/3 (MBSE)

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2 Locations
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75K-171K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Develop MBSE artifacts, technical requirements, system models, interfaces, specifications, and verification plans for aerospace modernization and sustainment programs. Collaborate across integrated product teams, engineering disciplines, stakeholders, and customers; maintain configuration-controlled systems engineering artifacts; and communicate technical analyses and recommendations. The role requires Secret and SAP clearance eligibility, requirements management experience, Python or scripting, DOORS, and MBSE expertise.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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 is seeking a Systems Engineer 2 / Principal Systems Engineer 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Systems Engineering organization. This role can be located in either San Diego, CA OR Oklahoma City, OK.


This Systems Engineer position is for an individual contributor within a multi-disciplinary engineering team. Responsibilities include conducting research, writing requirements, developing models, defining interfaces and performing analysis while working within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure to drive the development of new program requirements, refine existing program requirements, and influence the pursuit of future technologies and capabilities.


The selected candidate will collaborate across the engineering disciplines and technology areas to integrate and communicate technical capabilities and analyses with internal stakeholders and external customers across multiple simultaneous Modernization and Sustainment efforts.


This role can be filled by either a Systems Engineer (Level 2) or a Principal Systems Engineer (Level 3).


Job Responsibilities:

  • Develop MBSE artifacts using Cameo
  • Perform requirements development, allocation, verification/validation planning and manage interface definition efforts.
  • Write complex specifications, interface control documents, and engineering reports.
  • Support interface/communication with program, functional and subsystem leads.
  • Maintain Systems Engineering artifacts following proper configuration management procedures.
  • Coordinate with key stakeholders to ensure proper verification and validation of Systems Engineering artifacts
  • Possess strong interpersonal and leadership skills with excellent communications skills to support coordination across IPTs and with external customers.
  • Solicit input from various stakeholders and team members to synthesize data and communicate findings and recommendations clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Systems Engineer 2 - Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline AND 2 years of related professional/military experience in Systems Engineering, OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline.
  • Ability to obtain a DOD Secret clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
  • Experience interpreting, deriving, allocating, or managing technical requirements
  • Experience with Python or other scripting language
  • Experience with DOORS
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

  • Systems Engineer 3 - Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience in Systems Engineering, OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline AND 3 Years of related professional/military experience in Systems Engineering, OR a PhD in a STEM discipline AND in a STEM discipline AND 1 Year of related professional/military experience in Systems Engineering
  • Ability to obtain a DOD Secret clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
  • Experience interpreting, deriving, allocating, or managing technical requirements
  • Experience with Python or other scripting language
  • Experience with DOORS
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with military aircraft or weapon system design and/or operation to include requirements verification and certification.
  • Experience with requirement decomposition and traceability from System to Unit/Supplier Specifications
  • Experience with Cameo
  • Experience with software development
  • Experience with HW/SW integration testing
  • Experience with Agile execution
  • Experience with managing suppliers with technical requirements and verification expectations
  • Experience with DOORS DXL and DOORS administration
  • Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment software development for Aircraft Sustainment efforts
  • Active DoD Secret or Top Secret Clearance
  • Active/current SAP clearance (any SAP)

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $171,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $75,100.00 - $139,900.00

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's degree in a STEM discipline and 2 years of related professional or military Systems Engineering experience for Systems Engineer 2
  • Master's degree in a STEM discipline for Systems Engineer 2
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of related professional or military Systems Engineering experience for Systems Engineer 3
  • Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional or military Systems Engineering experience for Systems Engineer 3
  • PhD in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related professional or military Systems Engineering experience for Systems Engineer 3
  • Ability to obtain a Department of Defense Secret clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program clearance
  • Experience interpreting, deriving, allocating, or managing technical requirements
  • Experience with Python or another scripting language
  • Experience with DOORS
  • Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering
  • Experience with military aircraft or weapon system design or operation, including requirements verification and certification
  • Experience with requirements decomposition and traceability from system to unit or supplier specifications
  • Experience with Cameo
  • Experience with software development
  • Experience with hardware/software integration testing
  • Experience with Agile execution
  • Experience managing suppliers with technical requirements and verification expectations
  • Experience with DOORS DXL and DOORS administration
  • Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment software development for aircraft sustainment
  • Active Department of Defense Secret or Top Secret clearance
  • Active or current Special Access Program clearance

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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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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