Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Space Systems seeks a Systems Engineer Level 3 or 4 to join our team in Gilbert, Arizona. This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future. As a Systems Engineer- Level 3/4 in the LSI (Launch Services Integration) role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end integration of Northrop Grumman space vehicles onto the selected launch vehicle, coordination of launch base processing, and execution of launch and ascent operations. You will serve as a primary technical interface between Northrop Grumman and key launch campaign stakeholders, including the Launch Vehicle Contractor (LVC), launch range, launch base processing facilities, data and communications providers, day‑of‑launch tracking organizations, and other mission participants.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 5+ years of engineering experience OR Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 3 years of experience or PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 1 year of experience (for Level 3).
- Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience OR Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 6 years of experience or PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 4 years of experience (for Level 4).
- Experience in space systems, launch vehicles, payloads, or ground systems or other relevant experience.
- Familiarity with launch or range operations, mission integration, or space vehicle integration processing.
- Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain SCI clearance.
- Experience leading technical efforts or integration activities (for Level 4).
- Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership and/or customers (for Level 4).
Nice To Haves
- Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with other government agencies and mission partners
- Experience with launch campaign execution, including launch base processing, rehearsals, and day‑of‑launch operations.
- Experience working with U.S. launch ranges and associated processes, including range safety documentation compliant with SSCMAN 91‑710.
- Experience interacting with Launch Service Providers and Launch Vehicle Contractors.
- Knowledge of systems engineering processes and experience with DOORS or other requirements management tools.
- Active US Government Top Secret and SCI Security Clearance.
Responsibilities
- Lead space vehicle integration with various Launch Service providers
- Plan and execute all aspects of the launch lifecycle, from early integration studies through transport, SV checkout, fueling, rehearsals, launch operations, and day-of-launch activities.
- Plan and manage launch site operations and logistics in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
- Prepare, review, and secure acceptance of launch range safety documentation in accordance with SSCMAN 91-710.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate spacecraft hazards using the processes described in MIL-STD-882.
- Coordinate range operations, including preparation and delivery of required range products for the space vehicle (e.g., OR/OD deliverables).
- Plan and execute trailblazers/pathfinders, interface simulators, separation system fit checks and match-mates.
- Lead and/or participate in mission working groups, including mission integration, ground operations, flight operations, and day‑of‑launch forums.
- Provide technical support for mission program reviews, integrated schedule development and management, rehearsal planning and execution, and daily status reporting during launch campaigns.
- Develop space vehicle–to–launch vehicle interface definition and requirements documentation, including Interface Requirements Documents (IRDs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and launch base requirements and procedures.
- Prepare and deliver documentation in support of major Launch Readiness Reviews, and coordinate execution of associated closure actions.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
- Flexible Schedules: for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
