Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for an Associate Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer/Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be in Colorado Springs, CO.
Position Overview:
The Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 1 or 2 will support a growing portfolio of programs and IRADs that focus on missile defense, space, and intelligence and will support various modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) project teams performing systems engineering across the entire “systems engineering vee”.
Essential Functions:
This position will specifically focus on the development and analysis of models and simulations utilizing the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) Framework.
Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels.
This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.
This requisition may be filled at either an Associate Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 1 or a Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 2.
Basic Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications for Associate Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 1: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 0 years of related work experience
Basic Qualifications for Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 2: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of related work experience, or a Master's Degree in STEM and 0 years of related work experience
Applicants must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs
Comfortable communicating technical information to technical and non-technical customers
Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team setting
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
A current active in-scope DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility
Experience using the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM), Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK), or a similar mission-level modeling and simulation framework
Experience conducting trade studies and familiarity with trade study methodologies
Experience using agile development methodologies
Experience with Ansys ModelCenter
Experience with SIMDIS
Ability to support development of systems engineering models utilizing SysML and Cameo
Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Graduate Certificate
INCOSE ASEP/CSEP/ESEP certification
Object Modeling Group (OMG) Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP) Model Builder Fundamental Certification
Skills Required
- Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline
- 0-2 years related work experience (Level dependent)
- Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret security clearance
- U.S. Citizenship required for positions with government clearance
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 10%
- Comfortable communicating technical information to technical and non-technical customers
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team setting
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
- Experience using AFSIM, STK, or similar mission-level modeling and simulation frameworks
- Experience conducting trade studies and familiarity with trade study methodologies
- Experience using agile development methodologies
- Experience with Ansys ModelCenter
- Experience with SIMDIS
- Ability to support development of systems engineering models utilizing SysML and Cameo
- Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Graduate Certificate
- INCOSE ASEP/CSEP/ESEP certification
- OMG OCSMP Model Builder Fundamental Certification
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.
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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.
Northrop Grumman Insights
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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