Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Systems-Active Secret Required

Northrop Grumman•Melbourne, FL
•$98,400 - $184,200•Onsite

About The Position

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 looking for a Principal/Sr Principal Project Engineer 3/4 to support our Systems Engineering organization in Melbourne, FL. Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation and program access is granted. The selected candidate will provide engineering leadership, analysis, and execution support for the development of innovative systems. Focus is on change and technical integration of complex issues, as well as how our solutions affect our program costs and schedules.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) from an accredited university with 5 years of related engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in STEM from an accredited university with 3 years of related experience (for Level 3)
  • Bachelor’s of Science degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) from an accredited university with 8 years of related engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in STEM from an accredited university with 6 years of related experience (for Level 4)
  • Ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance or Higher (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
  • Formal training or basic knowledge and experience in Program/Program Management including Baseline Management, Program Change, Change Integration, Risk and Opportunity Management, and Risk Management Analysis.
  • Must be able to provide support until 4pm EST.
  • Overtime, odd shifts, and weekend work will occasionally be required.

Nice To Haves

  • Master’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics)
  • Active, In-scope DoD Top Secret or SCI clearance.
  • 3- 5 years Program/Project management experience including Change Management, Risk and Opportunity Management, Change Proposal processes.
  • Advanced use and/or application of technical principles, theories, and concepts.
  • Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform complex professional tasks.
  • Develops recommended solutions to advanced technical problems as assigned.
  • Proven experience in one or more of the following: Aircraft Design, Aircraft Avionics & Electrical Systems, and Aircraft Testing
  • Excellent communication, analysis and problem-solving skills and Strong interpersonal skills.
  • Systems/Model Based Systems Engineering academic or work-related experience.
  • Strong understanding of common SE processes and procedures.
  • System Design behavior analysis academic or work-related experience.
  • Provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.
  • Significant experience in the developmental/operational test maintenance environment.
  • Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.
  • Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives.
  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and MS Project.

Responsibilities

  • Complete understanding and wide application of Change Integration and management principles, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines.
  • Displays Technical and program review board leadership. Provides technical solutions to a wide range of complex difficult problems. Solutions are imaginative, thorough, practicable, and consistent with organization objectives.
  • Works under only general direction. Independently determines and develops approach to solutions. Work is reviewed upon completion for adequacy in meeting objectives. Supports chief engineers in defect analysis and path forwards
  • Contributes to the completion of Change Proposal Development and Risk Management and Opportunity analysis.
  • Frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts. Represents the organization in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Phenomenal learning opportunities
  • Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
  • Very friendly team environment
  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
  • Exceptional benefits/healthcare
  • Great 401K matching program
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