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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. 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 - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you'll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking to add Principal / Sr. Principal Engineer Systems Modeling, Simulation, & Analysis to its Systems Engineering team located in Roy, UT in support of the Sentinel (GBSD) program. This position may be filled at a higher level based on qualifications listed below. What you will get to do
The selected candidate will support a diverse team of engineers comprising the Systems Engineering Modeling, Simulation, & Analysis (MS&A) team on a variety of projects supporting Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) weapon system accuracy. Projects will involve one or more of the following:
* Physics-based predictive modeling and simulation of ICBM accuracy performance.
* Maturation of Sentinel accuracy error models.
* Post flight estimation of Sentinel accuracy performance.
* Estimation of accuracy error model parameters using ground and flight test data.
* Validation & verification of Sentinel accuracy error models.
* Preparation of Sentinel accuracy reports.
* Presentations of projects and studies to NG Sentinel leadership and USG customers.Basic Qualifications This position may be filled at a Principal or Sr. Principal level * Requires a Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) discipline
* Requires a minimum 5 years of related engineering experience in industry; or 3 years with a Master's degree; (Sr. Principal level requires 9 years of experience; 7 years with a Master's; or 4 years with a PhD)
* Requires U.S. citizenship with an active Secret (or higher) security clearance (awarded or reviewed within the last 6 years)
* Required experience with scientific computer programming (MATLAB, C , FORTRAN, Python, R, etc.)
* Experienced in Microsoft Office Suite (i.e., Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.)Preferred Qualifications
* Excellent oral and written communication skills
* Master's degree in STEM discipline
* Experience with physics-based mathematical modeling and simulation
* Experience with object-oriented programming (e.g., C )
* Experience with / or interest in dynamic systems, feedback control, and estimationPosition Benefits
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
* Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
* 401k
* Educational Assistance
* Life Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
* Paid Time Off
* Health & Wellness Resources
* Employee DiscountsThis positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. #Sentinelsystems Salary Range: $92,600 - $139,000
Salary Range 2: $114,900 - $172,300 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. Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.