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Northrop Grumman · 2 days ago

Spacecraft Systems Engineer Level 3 or 4 - R10217204

Gilbert, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$98K/yr - $184K/yr

5+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, seeking a Spacecraft Systems Engineer Level 3 or 4 to join their team in Gilbert, Arizona. The role involves driving the design, development, integration, test, launch, and on-orbit operations of complex space systems, providing unique opportunities to witness the entire engineering lifecycle.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Support program technical execution in accordance with Northrop Grumman Systems Engineering processes and best practices

Perform technical planning and analyses at all levels of total system product to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal

Assist requirements development, allocation, and interface definition efforts

As the system design matures & evolves, utilize different tools and databases to keep technical artifacts up to date and help ensure the technical baseline is maintained

Play a key role in major program milestone and readiness reviews

Author and provide input to program data products and other vital deliverables including Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Command & Telemetry Databases (CTDB), test plans, test procedures, and automated test scripts

Help support critical test campaigns designed to exercise spacecraft functionality, measure performance, and verify survivability in the extreme launch and space environments

Work directly with and communicate technical and programmatic status to program leadership and Customers

Lead by example and be willing to mentor, coach, train, guide, direct and advise teammates

Qualification

Systems EngineeringElectrical EngineeringIntegration & TestScripting LanguagesAdvanced DegreeTechnical PlanningRequirements ManagementTechnical Baseline DefinitionProblem-SolvingLeadership QualitiesCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with at least 5 years of experience; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD for Level 3

Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with at least 8 years of experience; 6 Years with Masters; 3 Year with PhD for Level 4

Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn

Engineering experience

Must have U.S. Citizenship with active DoD Top Secret clearance at time of application

Preferred

Electrical engineering and Integration & test experience

Advanced degree in engineering, physics, or computer science

Active DoD Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI

Possess strong leadership qualities, as well as strong communication skills

Experience working on spacecraft or aircraft systems

Experience with scripting languages such as STOL, PERL, and PYTHON

Experience in systems engineering to include architectural studies, technical baseline definition, requirements & interface management, hardware/software integration, and test planning & execution

Experience with various technical tools such as MATLAB, STK, CORE, DOORS, or CAMEO

Experience in any of the following areas is also desired: orbital mechanics, orbital debris modeling, spacecraft attitude control, power systems and modeling, avionics or digital electronics design, risk analysis, optics, communications, rocket propulsion, thermal engineering, or spacecraft integration and testing

Knowledge of Launch Vehicles, System Safety, System Reliability, Contamination Control, EMI, Space Environments (Radiation, Surface Charging, etc.), and Human Factors is also desired

Experience and/or training in Earned Value Management Systems

Benefits

Medical

Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Flexible 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)