Northrop Grumman · 6 hours ago
Sentinel - Systems Engineer/Principal Systems Engineer - 14562* - R10192977
Northrop Grumman is a leader in defense systems with a commitment to innovation and technological advancements. They are seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to support the Sentinel (GBSD) program, focusing on the design and operation of the next generation ICBM weapon system, ensuring its safety and effectiveness. The role involves collaborating with various departments to implement safety requirements and using model-based engineering tools for system evaluation.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
Responsibilities
Performing decomposition of Department of Defense safety manuals into requirements and allocating them to design teams for implementation
Provide systems engineering expertise to the design, integration, and testing of a next generation ICBM weapon system
Participate in technical planning, system integration, verification, validation, cost, risk, supportability, and analysis for mechanical, electrical, and integrated systems
Evaluate the physical security design based on the Department of Defense Safety manuals
Interface directly with various compartments of the Department of Defense and Department of Energy to ensure safe design and operation of nuclear weapon systems
Use model-based engineering tools on a major weapon system to pioneer a new way to evaluate and analyze modern design
Learn a niche discipline that spans all aspects of Nuclear Power and Munitions
Qualification
Required
Systems Engineer (level 2): 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 in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related experience
Principal Systems Engineer (level 3): Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related experience or a PhD and 1 year of related experience
Must be a US Citizen
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance (Secret, Top Secret; etc.)
Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in nuclear, electrical, or software engineering discipline
Active DOD Top Secret Clearance
1 year of experience with electrical analyses/test and verification of requirements
Experience with any of the following tools and languages: DOORs, Cameo, TeamCenter, GIT, JAZZ, NX, Capitol
Experience with programmable logic devices, i.e. FPGAs, ASICs
Experience working with Nuclear Surety Requirements and the Nuclear Certification process (e.g. AFI 63-125, AFMAN 91-118/91-119/31-108, DODM 5210.41, AFI 91-107)
Experience and working knowledge of the Sentinel program
Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
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