Systems Engineer, Principal Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman

. Support a Futures Program within the Command Systems Business Unit and Strategic Deterrent Systems division .

Posted 11/4/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $79,300 - $163,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in systems engineering principles, model-based systems engineering practices, and the development of complex systems architecture. Proficient in requirements development, verification analysis, and collaboration within high-paced product development environments.

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Model-Based Systems EngineeringRequirements DevelopmentCameo Enterprise ArchitectureSystems Engineering PrinciplesU.S. Government DoD Top Secret Security Clearance

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Hard Skills

Systems Requirements ReviewSystem Functional ReviewPreliminary Design ReviewModel Verification and ValidationSystem ModelingVerification AnalysisRequirements TraceabilityComplex Engineering SystemsLarge-Scale System DevelopmentTechnical Planning

Soft Skills

CollaborationCommunicationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityTeamwork

Tools & Technologies

CameoTeamwork CloudNXMatlabSTK

Certifications & Qualifications

Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret Security ClearanceSpecial Access Program (SAP) Approval

Industry Keywords

Futures ProgramCommand Systems Business UnitStrategic Deterrent SystemsICBM Ground and Airborne Launch Control SystemsLaunch FacilitiesModel ManagementIntegration and TestingSustainmentProductionDeployment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support a Futures Program within the Command Systems Business Unit and Strategic Deterrent Systems division
Support the Sentinel Program's sustainment, development, production, and deployment of ICBM Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure
Perform model management, requirements development, and verification analysis
Use model-based systems engineering practices and tools to design complex systems
Provide systems engineering support for C2 system design, integration, and testing/demonstration
Participate in technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, cost, risk, supportability, and analysis for mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems
Perform requirements analysis and develop source data for requirements
Collaborate with Program IPT counterparts to develop systems engineering and design artifacts
Work with technical teams and stakeholders to develop and mature architecture content for a large program design
Develop and incorporate system requirements and ensure proper representation in the model
Develop system architecture using Cameo Enterprise Architecture, including behavioral, structural, and analytical models
Travel 10% of the time

Requirements

What you’ll need

2 years with a Bachelor of Science or 0 years with a Master's for Systems Engineer level 2
5 years with a Bachelor of Science, 3 years with a Master's, or 1 year with a PhD for Principal Systems Engineer level 3
Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at application; current and within scope (<6 years)
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period
Knowledge of systems engineering principles
Experience creating, updating, and maintaining model-based systems engineering products in Cameo and Teamwork Cloud
Working knowledge of requirements development and management, including traceability and verification closure
Experience working in a high-paced product development and test/demonstration team
Prior program milestone execution experience, including Systems Requirements Review, System Functional Review, and Preliminary Design Review
Strong understanding and broad application of complex engineering systems
Experience with large-scale/complex system development across multiple program phases, specifically demonstration and testing
Experience using NX, Matlab, and STK for System Modeling and Verification Analysis
Experience with model verification and validation planning and execution
Previous experience working in a TS//SAP environment
U.S. Citizenship required for positions with a government clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off
Overtime eligibility may apply
Shift differential may apply
Discretionary bonus eligibility
Company paid holidays
Disability insurance
Savings plan