Full-Time

Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer Requirement & Verification

Space Systems

Posted on 12/10/2024

Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$107.3k - $199.6kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Dulles, VA, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • B.S. in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related area and 5 years of experience (Principal Engineer Level T3); M.S. in STEM or related area and 3 years of experience (Principal Engineer Level T3)
  • B.S. in STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or related area and 8 years of experience (Senior Principal Engineer Level T4); M.S. in STEM or related area and 6 years of experience (Senior Principal Engineer Level T4)
  • Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering for requirements and architecture management (DOORS and Cameo Systems Modeler preferred)
  • Experience in requirements management, system architecture development, and CONOPs
  • Must have US Citizenship with current or active Top Secret Clearance at time of application
Responsibilities
  • Experienced in requirements decomposition, flow down and management, validation and verification planning, interface definition, and expertise with application of various engineering tools such as DOORS and Cameo
  • Validating the customer level requirements and pulling from multiple inputs to develop the program level requirements
  • Support for major program reviews such as SRR, PDR, and CDR
  • Interface with clients, as well as regular interactions with internal engineering associates and program management, and support for working groups with 3rd parties
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with a ground or mission development program
  • Space industry experience - Ground system networks and support
  • Experience coordinating the efforts of diverse stakeholders

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

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