Sentinel - Principal/Sr Principal Systems Engineer (Network Integration) 19578

Northrop Grumman•Roy, UT

4d•$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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. The successful Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Systems - Network Integration candidate will join the Weapon System Integration (WSI) team under Sentinel Systems Engineering, Integration, & Test (SEIT), working on Network Systems Integration (NSI). Under the guidance of the Network Integration Lead, the selected candidate will support the NSI team which works to develop program-wide networking governance and standards, develop and/or synthesize network artifacts at the system level (including cross-segment network interfaces, program network architecture, and network documentation), perform program-wide gap assessments for network development, develop handling plans for any identified issues, and provide networking subject matter expertise to areas such as Major Program Event (MPE) reviews, modeling (architecture, simulation, analysis....), and requirements. NSI team purview includes the deliverable network architecture, incremental/test configs (lab networks), & ITF/MIF/VSFB test networks. This role is based in Roy, Utah.

Requirements

Principal Engineer (Level 3): Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 3 with Master's degree, or 1 with PhD
Sr. Principal Engineer (Level 4): Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 6 with Master's degree, or 4 with PhD
Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company to meet its business need
Ability to obtain DOD 8570 IAT Level II (Security + or higher) within 2 months of employment start
Familiarity with Model-Driven Systems Engineering languages (SysML/UML in Cameo or Rhapsody)
Exposure to developing governance and standards
Experience with systems integration
Principal Engineer (Level 3): 1+ years of experience with designing, architecting, or deploying complex network infrastructures
Sr. Principal Engineer (Level 4): 1+ years of experience designing, architecting, or deploying complex network infrastructures
Principal Engineer (Level 3): 1+ years of experience partnering cross-IPT/cross-discipline on a large-scale defense developmental program
Sr. Principal Engineer (Level 4): 3+ years of experience partnering cross-IPT/cross-discipline on a large-scale defense developmental program
Principal Engineer (Level 3): 1+ years of experience working with requirements including authoring, allocating, tracing, interpreting, etc.
Sr. Principal Engineer (Level 4): 2+ years of experience working with requirements including authoring, allocating, tracing, interpreting, etc.
Principal Engineer (Level 3): 1+ years of experience with one or more of the following: C2, physical security, cybersecurity, communications systems, facility design, military aerospace development
Sr. Principal Engineer (Level 4): 2+ years of experience with one or more of the following: C2, physical security, cybersecurity, communications systems, facility design, military aerospace development
Sr. Principal Engineer (Level 4): 1+ years of experience implementing and using model-based systems engineering tools, practices, and methods (including using SysML or UML in Cameo or Rhapsody)

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in a relevant technical specialty
TS//SCI clearance
Experience with ICBMs, Missile Programs, Command and Control, or Communications related programs
Experience implementing and using model-based systems engineering tools, practices, and methods (including using SysML or UML in Cameo or Rhapsody)
Communication and leadership skills and experience leading small teams in a dynamic work environment
Large scale / complex system development experience across multiple phases of a development program: preliminary design, detailed design, integration and test, verification and sell off, transition to production
Experience with technical reviews for large-scale and complex system development
Cisco CCNA, CCNP, or CCIE Certification
Familiarity with DoD security frameworks, NIST 800-53, MIL-STD-1553, Ethernet-AV, CAN-bus

Responsibilities

Mentor under a senior network integrator, and be responsible for the integration of a subset of program networks
Integration/coordination with network SMEs across the program
Participate in frequent working groups to support iterative development
Influence network requirements and interfaces; translate program-level requirements into network-level deliverables
Assess the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable network infrastructure to include network design, architecture, specifications, cross-segment interfaces, and equipment selection per DoD requirements
Use Model-Based Systems Engineering practices to design, test, and verify network capabilities
Support all phases of the systems lifecycle including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal
Apply the principles of engineering to design components and systems using applicable standards and specifications
Provide specific and detailed information for hardware and software selection as well as implementation techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements
Create and ensure that appropriate network documentation exists
Develop and document technical processes and procedures as needed
Recommend and implement system/process enhancements that will improve the performance and reliability of the system
Maintain knowledge of current and emerging Industry and DoD trends and technologies in network frameworks, management, and analytics while ensuring proper utilization where applicable
Establish and maintain high levels of customer satisfaction according to defined objectives while adhering to established policies
Exhibit good communication skills, an energetic approach, and patience with customers