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Northrop Grumman

Principal Mission Architect Engineer- Top Secret (Space/Satellite Systems)

Northrop Grumman, Richmond, Virginia, United States,


Requisition ID: R10171286

Category:

Engineering

Location:

Dulles, Virginia, United States of America

Clearance Type:

Top Secret

Telecommute:

No - Teleworking not available for this position

Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available:

1

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector, Tactical Space Systems Division, is hiring a qualified Principal Mission Architect Engineer with a focus on Modeling and Simulation for the M1 mission. Successful candidates for this position will work in a technical role for space and ground programs in Dulles, VA. This position offers the opportunity to work on exciting, cutting-edge programs and new mission areas in the following areas to support next generation space capabilities.

Duties/Responsibilities:

CONOPS and Mission Analysis

Systems Level Integration and Test

Mission Modeling and Simulation

Verification and Validation

Resource Logistics and Execution

Mission Operations Support

Model Based Systems Engineering

This position will expose the candidate to equal parts technical competency, forward thinking ideas, and execution focus. This position utilizes abilities to interact in an organized and solutions-oriented manner, with external entities who are contributing elements of the integrated ground and space segment.

Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in STEM area (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) and 5 years of relevant experience; or 3 years with a Master's; 0 years with a PhD;

Understanding of Systems Engineering principles and practices

Experience in requirements management, system architecture development, and CONOPs.

Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access

Preferred Experience:

Current or active TS/SCI

Experience with a space or ground system development program

Experience presenting to customers

Experience working with a cross-discipline team

Experience in M1 mission design, satellite ground software, distributed modeling & simulation

Ability to architect with MBSE and tie analysis products to model behavior

Understanding of system of system architecture designs the interplay between various national security customers and products

Mission system requirements, verification/validation planning, mission planning/execution, mission analysis, modeling/simulation, system trade studies, and expertise with various engineering tools such as MATLAB, STK, and similar tools

Salary Range:

$107,300 - $160,900

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.

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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