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Systems Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman

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Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
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IT - Software
Annapolis Junction, MD (On-Site/Office)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: A US Government security clearance per customer's requirements.

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

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.

Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) is seeking a Systems Engineer / Principal Systems Engineer. This position is located in Baltimore, MD. (Linthicum / Annapolis Junction)

What You'll get to Do:
  • Support milestone reviews (e.g., SRR, SFR, SDR, PDR, CDR, SVR, TRR, peer reviews, Pre-test reviews, Post Test Reviews, Pre-Ship reviews, Etc.
  • Ensure system technical compliance with the program Statement of Work (SOW) and system requirements.
  • Manage the vertical and horizontal technical integration throughout the product teams and program life cycle.
  • Work on an array of CMOS Digital Technology and Custom Hardware (HW, SW, and FW).
  • Collect, manage, and report the program metrics and Technical Performance Measures (TPMs).
  • Manage risk and opportunity and the production of core engineering work products and track the work products and associated program dependencies in the program schedule.
  • Coordinate between the System Architect, SEIT Leads, Product Team Lead(s), program manager, and customer to ensure the integrity and executability of the program technical baseline.
  • Align measurement objectives and activities to meet program performance goals and objectives.


This position will serve on-site in Linthicum/ Annapolis Junction, MD.

This role can be filled as either a Systems Engineer or Principal Systems Engineer.

Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineer:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 0 years of related experience.
  • Knowledge of the Systems Engineering process decomposing top level objectives into requirements and design specifications.
  • Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering principles.
  • Familiarity with Agile Methods & Waterfall processes.
  • Familiarity with the use of Confluence and Jira.
  • Proactive, independent, driven to take initiative and complete tasks without constant supervision.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Clearance : Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance per customer requirements .


Basic Qualifications for Principal Systems Engineer:
  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with at least 5 years of experience; 3 years with Master's Degree; OR 1 years with a PhD
  • Knowledge of the Systems Engineering process decomposing top level objectives into requirements and design specifications.
  • Knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering principles.
  • Familiarity with Agile Methods & Waterfall processes.
  • Familiarity with the use of Confluence and Jira.
  • Proactive, independent, driven to take initiative and complete tasks without constant supervision.
  • U.S. Citizenship required.
  • Clearance : Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance per customer requirements .


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in Systems Engineering.
  • Experience in test engineering and test execution.
  • Experience with interpretation, derivation, and allocation of requirements.
  • Experience with creating and releasing Systems Engineering diagrams including requirement traceability diagrams, requirements verification and data objective artifacts.
  • Experience using CAMEO and DOORS.
  • Current active TS/SCI Clearance with Poly.


Salary Range: $85,400.00 - $134,200.00Salary Range 2: $105,400.00 - $165,500.00

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.

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.
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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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.
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