Systems Engineer, Engineer or Principal Engineer Level

Northrop Grumman

. Conduct research, write requirements, develop models, define interfaces, and perform analysis within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $75,100 - $171,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Systems Engineering, including requirements development, verification, and validation, while effectively collaborating with stakeholders and integrating technical capabilities across various engineering disciplines. Proficient in utilizing tools such as DOORS and applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to support military aircraft and weapon system projects.

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Systems EngineeringRequirements DevelopmentDOORSModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Agile Execution

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Hard Skills

Requirements VerificationRequirements AllocationInterface DefinitionTechnical Requirements ManagementRequirement DecompositionTraceabilityHW/SW Integration TestingContinuous Integration/Continuous DeploymentPythonCameo

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationStakeholder EngagementAnalytical ThinkingSynthesis of Data

Tools & Technologies

DOORS DXLDOORS AdministrationModel-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)Agile MethodologiesConfiguration Management

Certifications & Qualifications

Active US Government Secret ClearanceSpecial Access Program (SAP) Clearance

Industry Keywords

Military AircraftWeapon System DesignRequirements CertificationIntegrated Product Team (IPT)Sustainment Efforts

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct research, write requirements, develop models, define interfaces, and perform analysis within an Integrated Product Team (IPT)
Drive development of new program requirements
Refine existing program requirements
Influence pursuit of future technologies and capabilities
Collaborate across engineering disciplines and technology areas
Integrate and communicate technical capabilities and analyses with internal stakeholders and external customers across multiple Modernization and Sustainment efforts
Perform requirements development, allocation, verification/validation planning, and manage interface definition efforts
Write complex specifications, interface control documents, and engineering reports
Support interface and communication with program, functional, and subsystem leads
Maintain Systems Engineering artifacts following configuration management procedures
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure proper verification and validation of Systems Engineering artifacts
Solicit stakeholder and team-member input, synthesize data, and communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Systems Engineer level: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and at least 2 years of relevant military/professional experience, OR Master's degree in a STEM field and at least some relevant military/professional/academic experience
Principal Systems Engineer level: Bachelor's degree in a STEM field and at least 5 years of relevant military/professional experience, OR Master's degree in a STEM field and at least 3 years of relevant military/professional experience, OR PhD and at least 1 year of relevant military/professional/academic experience
Active US Government Secret or higher clearance with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or current enrollment in Continuous Evaluation
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time
Experience with military aircraft or weapon system design and/or operation, including requirements verification and certification
Experience interpreting, deriving, allocating, or managing technical requirements
Experience with DOORS
Experience with Python or another scripting language preferred
Experience with requirement decomposition and traceability from System to Unit/Supplier Specifications preferred
Experience with software development preferred
Experience with HW/SW integration testing preferred
Experience with Agile execution preferred
Experience managing suppliers with technical requirements and verification expectations preferred
Experience with DOORS DXL and DOORS administration preferred
Experience with Cameo preferred
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) preferred
Experience with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment software development for Aircraft Sustainment efforts preferred
U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

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