Principal Engineer, Systems Modeling, Simulation

Northrop Grumman

. Analyze current inventory effectiveness using statistical analysis .

Posted 11/3/2026full-timeSan Diego • California • United StatesSenior💰 $114,000 - $213,400 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in statistical analysis, system modeling, and data analysis, with advanced proficiency in MS Excel for complex calculations and data visualization. Holds an active US Government Secret clearance and possesses the ability to obtain Top Secret clearance, ensuring compliance with government regulations.

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Statistical ModelingData AnalysisMS Excel ProficiencyUS Government Secret ClearanceProject Management Experience

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Hard Skills

Statistical AnalysisSystem ModelingData Mining TechniquesPerformance ModelingSimulation Framework DevelopmentOperational AnalysisMission Effectiveness AnalysisGraphical User Interface DevelopmentAlgorithm DevelopmentModel-Based Systems Engineering

Tools & Technologies

TempoVMetricEDCASMAAFLCOM

Industry Keywords

Logistics Support ElementsLevel of Repair AnalysisOperations and Support Cost AnalysesObsolescence ManagementTraining SystemsTechnical DataFleet SupportField SupportProduct Support Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Analyze current inventory effectiveness using statistical analysis
Account for changing configurations and apply probability-based analytics to optimize recommendations and maximize key performance indicators
Gather required information and work with stakeholders
Provide analyses and presentations
Develop or integrate system simulation frameworks, performance models and algorithms, threat models, and command and control models
Simulate real-time operation and develop software/models representing projected system behavior
Develop, integrate, and use graphical user interfaces and visualization tools
Model operational environments and perform computer-simulation trade studies
Recommend alternative architectures
Perform operational analysis and mission effectiveness analysis
Develop and integrate mission concept development, Level of Repair Analysis, spares sensitivity, Operations and Support cost analyses/ROI, and model-based systems engineering
Develop and adapt models, methods, and simulations to support system design, development, and sustainment

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 5 or 8 years of statistical analysis, data analysis, or system modeling experience, depending on level; OR Master's degree and 3 or 6 years of such experience; OR PhD and 1 or 4 years of such experience
Experience in statistical modeling
Advanced proficiency with MS Excel, including extensive formula calculations, pivot tables/charts, and macros
Active US Government Secret clearance with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrollment in Continuous Evaluation
Ability to obtain Top Secret clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable time as determined by business needs
Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%
Preferred: current active in-scope US Government Top Secret Clearance with Special Program Access
Preferred: previous project management experience
Preferred: experience with Tempo, VMetric, or EDCAS
Preferred: experience with MAAF or LCOM
Preferred: experience with data mining techniques
Preferred: relevant experience in logistics support elements, including LSA and Maintenance Planning, ModSim, SEE, PHM, SLO, Obsolescence Management, Training & Training Systems, Technical Data, Support Hardware, Fleet & Field Support, and Product Support Management
U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Flexible work arrangements
9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
Phenomenal learning opportunities
Exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers
Friendly team environment
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business