Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer-Sentinel ISD focal in Chandler, AZ

Job title: Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer-Sentinel ISD focal in Chandler, AZ at Northrop Grumman Company: Northrop Grumman Job description: RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: Interim SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.Northrop Grumman Space Systems designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for the Sentinel program located in Chandler, AZ.Essential Functions:

• The Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer-Sentinel ISD focal is directly responsible for supporting the overall System-level development effort including integration of subsystem elements into the overall System-level design, and related formal deliverables to the customer
• Responsible for the development, decomposition, refinement and documentation of system, subsystem and component requirements and capabilities to support the Sentinel program
• Ensure the requirements are captured in DOORS, and are consistent with the CAMEO Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Model.
• Directly responsible for supporting overall System-level end to end performance assessments of the Sentinel system, and identifying and leading the resolution of systems performance gaps relative to stakeholder requirements
• Collaborate with senior systems engineers, and other disciplines to support the development of the Sentinel deliverables
• Lead small ad-hoc teams in the execution of tasking per the Integrated Master Schedule

Basic Qualifications for Principal Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years of related engineering experience, or a PhD in STEM with no experience
• Interim Secret DoD security clearance or higher – work is performed in a closed area full time (100% onsite / 100% Closed area)
• Requirements Decomposition experience
• DOORS or other requirements Management Experience
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and nontechnical personnel
• Demonstrated experience in requirements decomposition, validation, and verification

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in STEM with 6 years of related engineering experience, or a PhD in STEM with 4 years related engineering experience
• Interim Secret DoD security clearance or higher – work is performed in a closed area full time (100% onsite / 100% Closed area)
• Requirements Decomposition experience
• DOORS or other requirements Management Experience
• Ability to communicate technical information clearly to both technical and nontechnical personnel
• Demonstrated experience in requirements decomposition, validation, and verification

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret DoD security clearance, or higher
• Missile Defense, or Command and Control Experience
• MBSE experience (Cameo or similar)
• Electrical Engineering exposure - ability to read, and understand electrical circuit diagrams
• Thrust Vector Controller or Actuator experience
• Solid Rocket Motor experience
• Supplier Management experience
• Control Account Manager experience

Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00Salary Range 2: $118,600.00 - $178,000.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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. Expected salary: Location: Chandler, AZ Job date: Fri, 18 Apr 2025 22:09:01 GMT Apply for the job now! Apply for this job