Sentinel - Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer - 4044-1

Northrop Grumman•Roy, UT
•$95,300 - $178,000•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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer / Sr Principal Systems Engineer. This position is located in Roy, UT and supports the Sentinel program. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Requirements

  • Principal Systems Engineer: 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 years of experience with Master's degree, 1 year with a PhD
  • Sr. Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 Years of related experience; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD
  • 3+ years of experience with Systems Engineering principles (for Principal)
  • 4+ years of experience with Systems Engineering principles (for Sr. Principal)
  • 3+ years of experience with Requirements Development (for Principal)
  • 4+ years of experience with Requirements Development (for Sr. Principal)
  • Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years
  • Must have the 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​
  • 1+ years of experience with MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering) principles

Nice To Haves

  • A general understanding of Engineering Board Processes
  • Experience leading projects or assignments
  • Experience using Cameo or similar engineering modeling tools
  • Experience using DOORS or similar requirements management tools
  • Experience using Agile workflow tools, such as JIRA and Confluence

Responsibilities

  • Perform technical planning, develop and decompose system requirements, verify requirements, and support technical reviews of engineering documentation.
  • Facilitate stakeholder and peer reviews of the technical content for the Launch Support System (LSS).
  • Develop and release requirements in DOORS, create MBSE models in Cameo, and coordinate with design, test, and other teams.
  • Demonstrate technical skills, strong organizational abilities, effective communication, and problem-solving skills, while maintaining strong working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Exhibit a commitment to ethics and integrity, as well as a capacity for innovation.
  • Operate effectively in a team environment and collaborate across the program to accomplish assigned tasks.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts
  • Relocation assistance may be available
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