Sentinel - Principal/Sr Principal Interface Systems Engineer (18047)
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is hiring a Principal or Sr. Principal Interface Systems Engineer for the Sentinel (GBSD) program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems Division. The position is based in Roy, Utah, and supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production, and deployment of hardware and system modifications for ICBM Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and related infrastructure. The position may be filled at the higher level depending on qualifications. The engineer will join a systems engineering team maturing weapon-system interface products from Preliminary Design Review through Critical Design Review and beyond. The role operates in a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) environment and involves leading or supporting interface documentation, requirements, verification planning, architecture, CAD models, and wiring diagrams. The position requires collaboration with internal and external stakeholders across the program. The role requires an active, current U.S. Government Secret clearance at application and the ability to obtain and maintain SAP approval. Mk21/Mk21A interface management experience is required. The standard work schedule is 9/80, and travel is 10% of the time. Relocation assistance may be available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience for the Principal level; or a master’s degree and 3 years of related experience.
- For the Sr. Principal level, 8 years of related experience with a bachelor’s degree or 6 years with a master’s degree.
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
- Must have an active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance at the time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years.
- Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
- Mk21/Mk21A interface management experience.
- Ability to communicate effectively, solve problems, work in a team, and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Nice To Haves
- 3 or more years of experience with technical review boards.
- 3 or more years of experience working with interfaces.
- 3 or more years of experience leading or supporting trade studies or tiger teams.
- 3 or more years of experience with Atlassian tools such as Jira and Confluence, or similar tools.
- 3 or more years of experience with Cameo or similar tools.
- 3 or more years of experience with DOORS or similar tools.
- 3 or more years of experience with Siemens Nx or similar tools.
- 3 or more years of experience working with U.S. Government stakeholders.
- Aerospace or defense industry experience.
- Hard-working, motivated, and independent work style.
- Excellent communication and people skills.
- Excellent critical thinking and personal organizational skills.
Responsibilities
- Mature weapon-system interface products from Preliminary Design Review through Critical Design Review and beyond.
- Work in a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) environment.
- Lead and/or support development of Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
- Lead and/or support development of interface requirements and verification plans.
- Lead and/or support development of interface logical and physical architecture.
- Lead and/or support development of interface Nx CAD models.
- Lead and/or support development of interface Mentor Capital wiring diagrams.
- Communicate effectively, solve problems, stay organized, and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
- Collaborate across the program in a team environment to accomplish individual and team taskings.
- Demonstrate commitment to ethics and integrity and the capability to innovate.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Educational assistance
- Life insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs and Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health and wellness resources
- Employee discounts
- Potential relocation assistance
- Potential overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus, depending on position
- Company-paid holidays
- Disability insurance
- Savings plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
