Full-Time

NC3 Sr Principal Modeling Simulation and Analysis

MS&a, Engineer

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$118.6k - $178kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Hill AFB, UT, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Research & Development
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Agile
Python
Atlassian
JIRA
Confluence

You match the following Northrop Grumman's candidate preferences

Employers are more likely to interview you if you match these preferences:

Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree with 8 years of relevant experience; Master’s Degree with 6 years’ experience; PhD with 4 years’ experience or 4 additional years of relevant experience in lieu of degree
  • 3+ years proven technical expertise with model-based systems engineering tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler
  • 2 years of experience as a technical guide for a team producing modeling, simulation, and analysis products
  • 1 year of experience with command, control, and communications enterprise systems
  • 1 year of experience with scripting and coding languages such as Python
  • 1 year of experience with Agile scrum teams and the Atlassian Tool Suite (i.e., Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
  • 1 year of experience with modeling and simulation tools such as the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modeling (AFSIM) or Ansys Systems Tool Kit (STK)
  • Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Top Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years
  • Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Responsibilities
  • Active member of the MS&A efforts for the NC3 mission area supporting the USAF Cooperative Research and Development Agreement
  • Work with multi-disciplinary team members from numerous NG locations
  • Provide project technical leadership related to the NC3 mission area
  • Set the model direction for all NC3 related efforts and communicate standards and architecture guidance to the team
  • Present to government representatives regarding our NC3 results based on MS&A
  • Produce mission engineering models, simulations, and analyses that support the research and development efforts.
Desired Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar discipline
  • Experience with NC3 systems and/or processes
  • Experience with the USAF strategic command, control, and communications mission
  • Experience with systems engineering modeling for other strategic NG programs such as Minuteman III, Sentinel, B-2, B-21, AEHF, OPIR, etc.
  • Self-driven, able to tackle challenges, solve problems with minimal oversight and make recommendations for solutions/process improvement to leadership.

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

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

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.

Help us improve and share your feedback! Did you find this helpful?

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus