Full-Time

Principal/Sr. Principal MBSE Systems Engineer

Posted on 10/30/2024

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$102.4k - $199.6kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Halethorpe, MD, USA + 1 more

More locations: Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Excel/Numbers/Sheets

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of relevant experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years of relevant experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 1 year of relevant experience.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with MBSE tools and software, such as Cameo Enterprise Architect or other industry-specific MBSE tools.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with systems modeling languages (SysML) or other industry-specific modeling languages.
  • Demonstrated experience with the MS Office Suite (SharePoint, Excel, Word, Project, etc.) and Adobe Acrobat.
  • Demonstrated ability to communicate cross-functionally and interpret information across multiple engineering disciplines and operations.
  • Ability to quickly self-learn relevant subject matter from a variety of new disciplines.
  • This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.
  • Candidate must currently have and be able to maintain an Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph.
Responsibilities
  • Develop and apply a detailed understanding of systems modeling, engineering, requirements analysis, and design concepts to create, assess, and operationalize MBSE approaches to solving systems architecture, engineering, and integration challenges of MDA systems.
  • Develop model profiles, system diagrams, architecture frameworks, and model queries in the MBSE tools that capture and analyze systems throughout their lifecycle from concept definition through integration.
  • Integrate and collaborate with multi-disciplinary technical teams to transform requirements and technical information into MBSE tools for analysis and decision-making.
  • Analyze current and future systems to address capability and integration gaps and create innovative system design concepts, capabilities, and approaches for sophisticated engineering projects.
  • Ensure system technical compliance with the program Statement of Work (SOW) and system requirements.
  • Provide detailed, prioritized recommendations derived from analysis results to optimize system performance and ensure compliance with requirements through formal presentations to technical leads and reports.
Desired Qualifications
  • Demonstrated ability to create flexible, robust models of complex systems that can be adapted and iterated upon to satisfy and provide traceability of evolving requirements.
  • Demonstrated experience in common Systems Engineering functions (e.g., requirements capture and management, system diagram and goal definition and updates, etc.).
  • Demonstrated experience creating control features to ensure systems effectively meet requirements and quality standards.
  • Master’s degree or PhD in STEM.
  • Experience using the Atlassian product suite (i.e., Jira, Confluence) in an agile environment.
  • Multi-Disciplinary Engineering (Software, Hardware, Electrical, Mathematics, Physics) experience and/or exposure.

Northrop Grumman specializes in aerospace and defense technology, providing solutions for government clients like the U.S. Department of Defense. The company focuses on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and C4ISR, developing products through research, manufacturing, and technology integration. Its business model relies on securing long-term contracts through competitive bidding, which helps maintain a steady revenue stream. Northrop Grumman aims to stay competitive by continuously investing in innovation and technological advancements.

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 underwater drones boosts Northrop Grumman's Manta-Ray project.
  • The $3.5 billion E-6B Mercury successor contract secures long-term revenue.
  • Mission Robotic Vehicle launch in 2026 positions Northrop Grumman in on-orbit servicing market.

What critics are saying

  • Talent drain to competitors may impact the Cyber & Intelligence division.
  • China's Shijian-25 satellite development challenges Northrop Grumman's MRV plans.
  • German Navy's new drone testing increases competition for Manta-Ray project.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems, cyber, and space technologies.
  • The company has a strong track record with government contracts and defense projects.
  • Its diversified revenue streams include Aerospace Systems, Mission Systems, and Technology Services.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus

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