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Northrop Grumman

Sentinel - Sr. Principal Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman, Roy, Utah, United States, 84067


Requisition ID: R10179851

Category: Engineering

Location: Roy, Utah, United States of America

Clearance Type: 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

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 hire a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer to its team of diverse and qualified individuals. This position will be located in Roy, Utah and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) program. Learn more about the Sentinel program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.

What you will get to do:

In this role, the successful candidate will provide technical leadership in the development and execution of investment portfolio (e.g., NCTA, CAPEX) focusing on the technical aspects of each project including review of performance and helping ensure a solid technical plan. Successful candidate will also provide technical leadership in the development of the modernization plan including technology roadmap(s), transition strategies, sustainment approaches, and modeling, simulation and analysis of alternative approaches.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with at least 8 years of related systems engineering experience, 6 years with a master’s degree.

Active Secret clearance investigated within the last 5 years with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.

3 years’ experience in the ICBM community

5 years’ experience working on DoD contracts

1 year of experience with Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A)

1 year of experience with project management and execution of a large complex program.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with evaluating mega project complex schedules

Ability to work in a high stress, quick turn environment

Experience with preparing executive and senior leadership briefing content

Experience as a NCTA Principal Investigator/Program Manager

2-3 years of experience supporting technical trade studies

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 Discounts

This 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.

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Salary Range: $118,600 - $178,000

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