ICBM-S - Staff Systems Engineer – Data & Analytics Lead
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer - Data & Analytics Lead (level 5) to support ICBM-Sustainment in Clearfield, Utah. As a member of the ICBM-S assessment team, this technical lead guides cross-discipline teams in developing data and analytics solutions that integrate multiple authoritative source systems. The role applies statistical analysis to weapon-system data to support sustainment and maintenance of the Minuteman III (MMIII) weapon system and its related Ground Subsystems. The engineer analyzes failure, performance, and sustainment data across ICBM subsystems; designs and implements data models, tools, and visualizations to improve data processes and availability; and prepares presentations and reports for Northrop Grumman and Air Force leadership. The role also engages with Air Force customers to understand their needs and deliver data-driven insights for ICBM sustainment. The position requires the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company. The standard schedule is 9/80, and relocation assistance may be available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 12 years of experience, a Master’s degree in STEM with 10 years of experience, or a PhD with 8 years of experience.
- Must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company.
- At least 4 years of experience designing, building, implementing, and testing data models and visualizations for large datasets.
- At least 4 years of hands-on experience with data modeling, automation, or coding (such as Python, R, or similar) applied to complex analytical problems.
- At least 4 years of experience developing predictive or statistical models to support project performance metrics, risk management, process improvement initiatives, and compliance with government regulations and contract requirements.
- At least 3 years of experience working with large, complex, or multi-source datasets in an operational or production context.
- At least 3 years of experience serving as a technical lead for cross-discipline teams and mentoring engineers or analysts.
Nice To Haves
- Active DoD Secret clearance at application, with an investigation completed within the last 6 years.
- Experience working with DoD or Air Force customers.
- Experience leading the design and implementation of software systems or platforms.
- Experience with distributed systems, APIs, and integrating multiple data sources into a single user-facing tool.
- Experience working with and designing relational databases, such as SQL Server or Oracle, and data pipelines or ETL processes.
- Experience with Palantir Envision or Palantir Foundry.
- Experience building dashboards and data visualizations.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including presenting complex data insights to non-technical stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to ensure data quality and integrity, such as through data validation, reconciliation, and quality assurance processes.
Responsibilities
- Serve as a technical lead for cross-discipline teams developing data and analytics solutions that integrate multiple authoritative source systems.
- Develop analytical approaches using statistics and data analysis to support sustainment and maintenance of the Minuteman III weapon system.
- Analyze failure, performance, and sustainment data across ICBM subsystems and provide actionable insights.
- Design and implement data models, tools, and visualizations to improve data processes and availability for MMIII and related Ground Subsystems.
- Prepare presentations and reports for Northrop Grumman and Air Force leadership on weapon-system data, assessments, and projects.
- Engage with Air Force customers to understand their needs and deliver data-driven insights for ICBM sustainment.
- Mentor engineers or analysts as a technical lead.
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.
- Disability insurance.
- Company-paid holidays.
- Potential relocation assistance package.
- Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
