Senior Staff Systems Algorithm Engineer

Northrop Grumman•Baltimore, MD

3d•$184,100 - $276,100•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. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. The Advanced EOIR team anticipates a near-term need for a Senior Staff Systems Engineer to work as the Technical Lead/Principal Investigator in performing algorithm concept and development work related to advanced electro-optical and infrared (EO/IR) sensing. As the lead of this team, you will guide the team in sensor modeling, signal/image processing, concept development/refinement, customer/sponsor engagement, and AI/ML algorithm development. The team is focused on researching solutions for emerging sensors and mission areas, and as a result of these successes, we have a need for more staff to support the growing range of programs supported. Come join us for this 100% on-site position from Linthicum, MD!

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree with 14 years of experience, a master’s degree with 12 years of experience, or a PhD with 10 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields; an additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
U.S Citizenship is required.
A current/active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)
Experience as a team lead with successful customer interactions
Experience leading junior and peer team members
Experience in technical computing languages, e.g. Python or Matlab
Experience with airborne and/or space-based EOIR sensors
Experience with Physics-based understanding of detection methods for various phenomenologies