Staff Systems Engineer - Top Secret (Space / Satellite Systems)

Requisition ID : R10188673

Category : Engineering

Location : Dulles, Virginia, United States of America | Gilbert, Arizona, 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 : 2

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector, Tactical Space Systems Division, seeks a qualified Systems Engineer. This Lead Systems Engineering role is responsible for leading 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 / EVMS duties, preparing / presenting SE material at all major reviews and PMRs. This position is located in Dulles, VA or Gilbert, AZ.

The responsibilities include both individual-contributor and leadership roles within a multi-disciplined engineering team. The successful candidate will also support other activities, including architecture studies, mission support, and traditional Systems Engineering functions. In this leadership role, the Lead 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 :

Lead / 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 technical reviews and technical baseline.

Write status and technical performance reviews and reports.

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

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 :

Bachelor's in Engineering, Physics, or related STEM Degree with 12 years of experience in a related engineering field such as mechanical, electrical, aerospace and / or operations or a Master's Degree and 10 years of applicable experience.

Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application.

Extensive 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.

Complete understanding and wide application of technical principles, theories, and concepts in the field. General knowledge of other related disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications :

Active or current TS / SCI U.S. Government Security Clearance.

Experience in system architecture & CONOPs development.

Experience with Integration & Test of spacecraft systems.

Experience with various technical tools such as MATLAB, STK, CORE, DOORS, or CAMEO.

Experience and / or training in Earned Value Management Systems.

Salary Range : $171,000 - $256,400

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.

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. For our complete EEO / AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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