Systems Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman

. Conduct research, write requirements, develop models, define interfaces, and perform analysis .

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 cross-functional teams and stakeholders. Proficient in utilizing tools such as DOORS and Model-Based Systems Engineering 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 DefinitionSpecification WritingTechnical Requirements ManagementRequirement DecompositionHW/SW Integration TestingContinuous Integration/Continuous DeploymentPythonScripting Language

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationStakeholder EngagementData SynthesisTechnical Reporting

Tools & Technologies

DOORS DXLCameoModel-Based Systems EngineeringConfiguration Management Procedures

Certifications & Qualifications

DoD Secret ClearanceSpecial Access Program (SAP) Clearance

Industry Keywords

Military AircraftWeapon System DesignEngineering ReportsIntegrated Product Team (IPT)Modernization and Sustainment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct research, write requirements, develop models, define interfaces, and perform analysis
Work within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) structure to drive development of new program requirements
Refine existing program requirements and 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
Support multiple simultaneous 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 communication with program, functional, and subsystem leads
Maintain Systems Engineering artifacts under configuration management procedures
Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure verification and validation of Systems Engineering artifacts
Solicit stakeholder and team input, synthesize data, and communicate findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical audiences

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline and 2 years of related professional/military experience in Systems Engineering, OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline for Systems Engineer Level 2
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience in Systems Engineering, OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related professional/military experience for Principal Systems Engineer Level 3
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret or higher clearance
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 Cameo preferred
Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) preferred
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 Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment software development for Aircraft Sustainment efforts preferred
U.S. Citizenship is 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 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