Full-Time

Systems Engineer/Principal Systems Engineer

Fault Management

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$89.4k - $165.5kAnnually

+ Bonus

Mid, Senior

El Segundo, CA, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Flight Dynamics
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and 2+ years of engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
  • Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret clearance prior to start date
  • Experience with System Engineering Autonomy and Fault Management architecture, design and OPSCON, or Flight Software-related Launch & Operations experience with Anomaly Resolution/Recovery background
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and 5+ years of engineering experience OR Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and 3+ years of engineering experience OR PhD in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and 1+ year(s) of engineering experience
  • Candidate must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense Secret clearance prior to start date
  • Experience with System Engineering Autonomy and Fault Management architecture, design and OPSCON, and/or Flight Software related Launch & Operations experience with Anomaly Resolution/Recovery background
Responsibilities
  • Support Autonomy and Fault Management (AFM) development
  • Develop and implement Fault and Autonomy onboard responses
  • Support development of payload fault management architecture
  • Perform fault tree and control flow analysis to identify known systems faults in order to provide mitigation techniques
  • Perform Failure Mode & Effect Analysis (FMEA) to FTA/Branch Termination Matrix cross-check to ensure all failures have been accounted for​
  • Develop and execute verification and validation tests to be used on software simulators, test beds, and to sell-off fault management requirements
Desired Qualifications
  • Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
  • Active US Government DoD Top Secret clearance and/or active SCI access at time of application

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and integrates complex systems that support government and commercial clients, particularly the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Its products and services include systems for command and control, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (C4ISR), as well as logistics and modernization solutions. Northrop Grumman differentiates itself from competitors through its extensive research and development efforts and a strong track record in securing long-term contracts, which provide a stable revenue stream. The company's goal is to maintain its leadership position in the aerospace and defense market by continuously innovating and delivering comprehensive solutions that meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's innovation in unmanned vehicles.
  • The U.S. DoD's budget rise for missile defense aligns with Northrop's interceptor production.
  • Digital transformation in defense is supported by Northrop's adoption of Planisware Enterprise.

What critics are saying

  • International competitors like BAE Systems are expanding in the U.S. defense market.
  • Supply chain issues may delay the B-21 Raider program, affecting contract deadlines.
  • Government demand for enhanced cybersecurity could raise operational costs for Northrop Grumman.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems, like the Manta-Ray drone for the U.S. Navy.
  • The company integrates AI in C4ISR systems, enhancing real-time data processing capabilities.
  • Northrop Grumman's Mission Robotic Vehicle targets the growing space-based defense systems market.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus