Principal Space Systems Engineer - Gilbert, AZ/Sec

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Gilbert
Posted on: May 26, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition ID: R10091755Category: EngineeringLocation: Gilbert, AZ, USACitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: SecretTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availableAt 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.Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.The Space Systems Engineering and Integration Organization in SSSD has several openings for Space Systems Engineers to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. These positions will be located in Gilbert, AZ.Multiple roles are available throughout the product development life-cycle of our programs with emphasis in one of the following disciplines:Space Segment/ Space Vehicle Systems Engineering, Design, and Architecture DevelopmentDesign IntegrationMass PropertiesAlignments/Sensor Analysis/Sensor AccommodationsPayload Accommodation and IntegrationFault ManagementTestbeds/Vehicle SimulatorsLaunch Systems IntegrationRequirements and VerificationSpecification DevelopmentInterface DefinitionFunctional AnalysisConfiguration Data ManagementRelated Processes and Tools DevelopmentAvailable positions require that the candidate have a strong understanding of one or more of the skills described. Project roles span all phases from new business acquisition, and IRAD/technology development to established programs.Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5+ years of engineering experience OR Master's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 3+ years of engineering experience OR PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) disciplineCandidate must have, and be able to maintain, at least ONE of the following active U.S. Government security clearances:Dept. of Defense Secret level with a background investigation date within 10 years ORDept. of Energy L clearance with a background investigation date within 10 yearsPreferred Qualifications:Master's in EngineeringExperience working on aircraft or spacecraft systemsExperience in developing, managing, and decomposing requirementsExperience in system architecture, CONOPs, or model based system engineeringExperience in subsystem, payload, or system integrationExperience using DOORS, CameoStrong people skillsExcellent communication skills (upward and downward)Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:Medical, Dental & Vision coverage401kEducational AssistanceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs & Work/Life SolutionsPaid Time OffHealth & Wellness ResourcesEmployee DiscountsFlexible Schedules: For example the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.For more details, please view Northrop Grumman Benefits."Salary Range: $90,400 USD - $135,600 USDEmployees 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.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 most positions.

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