Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer (Space/Satellite Systems) TS/SCI

Northrop Grumman
Dulles, VA, US
$80K-$96K a year
Full-time

Requisition ID : R10173080

  • Category : Engineering
  • Location : Dulles, Virginia, United States of America
  • Clearance Type : Top Secret
  • Telecommute : No- Teleworking not available for this position
  • Shift : 1st Shift (United States of America)
  • Travel Required : Yes, 10% of the Time
  • Relocation Assistance : Relocation assistance may be available
  • Positions Available : 1

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector, Tactical Space Systems Division, seeks a qualified Systems Engineering Leader in Dulles, VA.

This Systems Engineer is responsible for coordinating the space segment technical team, which includes the following duties : systems analysis and trades, coordinating space segment engineering activities, engineering baseline management, interface management, requirements / V&V management, integration & test campaign development and execution, subcontractor technical oversight, CAM duties, preparing and presenting SE material at all major reviews and PMRs.

The responsibilities includes both individual-contributor and leadership roles, within a multi-disciplined engineering team.

Successful candidate will also be called upon to support other activities, including architecture studies, mission support, and traditional Systems Engineering functions.

In this role, the Systems Engineer is expected to be self-directed using previous experience to lead design, analysis and execution efforts.

Candidates must be able to recognize and mitigate space segment technical issues and risks while operating within budget and on schedule.

Duties / Responsibilities :

Provide major support to the entire space segment technical team.

Lead and optimize space vehicle design, processing and mission success.

Troubleshoot and develop solutions to complex problems that the program may encounter.

Develop, author and / or provide input to major program data products and other deliverables.

Technical management of program elements

Plan and conduct of technical reviews and technical baseline

Write status and technical performance reviews and reports

Mentor, coach, train, guide, direct and advise junior staff

must be able to recognize and mitigate technical issues and risks while operating within budget and on schedule.

The candidate will work with cross-discipline team members and must have excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse community of engineers and managers to achieve the goals of the program team.

Basic Qualifications :

Principal Systems Engineer (T3) : Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with at least 5 years of applicable experience, or Master’s degree with 3 years of applicable experience.

Senior Principal Systems Engineer (T4) : Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field with at least 8 years of applicable experience or Master’s degree with 6 years of applicable experience.

Technical experience in systems engineering and integration of complex systems, including space systems development, manufacture, test or operations, including previous technical or project leadership positions

Understanding of spacecraft detailed design, integration & test

Has a complete understanding and wide application of technical principle, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines

Ability to lead a diverse multi-discipline Engineering team

Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret / SCI security clearance at time of application, current and within scope

Preferred Qualifications :

Master’s Degree in Engineering

Experience with fast paced production spacecraft programs

Salary Range : $107,300 - $160,900

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and / or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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