2026 Associate Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer (AHT) - Colorado Springs CO

Northrop Grumman•Colorado Springs, CO

8d•$72,700 - $109,100•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman is seeking Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineers. This position will be located at our Space sector in Colorado Springs, CO. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Threat Systems Engineering (TSE) team. This team is responsible for the development and delivery of high-fidelity threat modeling products in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and MDA’s Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS). TSE is responsible for the development of models and simulations (M&S) used to stimulate element models of MDA’s BMDS, including kinematic missile modeling, IR signature modeling, data production/analysis activities, and maintenance/sustainment activities for the entire TSE software baseline. TSE is a cornerstone element to the Threat and Advanced Simulations Development (TASD) contract. Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Northrop Grumman is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers. From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day.

Requirements

Completing or has completed their degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) from an accredited institution
Majoring in or having majored in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related STEM field
Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Experience with programming languages such as MATLAB, Python, and/or LaTex
Strong knowledge of the flight characteristics, motion, and performance of ballistic missiles
Must be self-motivated, able to work in a dynamic team environment
Familiar with Computer Aided Design tools and models.

Nice To Haves

Overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
Strong math, physics or engineering background
Modeling, Simulation, and automation experience
Previous experience with modeling flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and missile performance parameters of ballistic missiles
Strong background in missile system engineering performance is highly desirable
Experience with Verification and Validation (V&V) of vehicle kinematics simulation results
Mastery of engineering modeling principles behind body motion, trajectory generation, counter measures, and debris is a plus
Possess and active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret Clearance

Responsibilities

Developing ballistic and advanced/hypersonic kinematic threat models for use in a variety of modeling and simulation tools/frameworks/media.
Applying standard engineering and mathematical algorithms to ensure the accurate portrayal of expected missile or space launch vehicle behavioral characteristics during all phases of powered and un-powered flight.
Understanding Aerodynamic forces, Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) systems, modeling & simulation of systems’ kinematics characteristics within the TSE’s model generation framework, and providing documentation required for running threat data in Ground Test architectures.
Working as an integral member of a product delivery team and meeting time critical delivery schedules.