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.
NG's Defense Systems Sector is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer to join our growing team in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. As a leading global security company, we provide innovative systems, products, and solutions to our customers worldwide. We are comprised of diverse professionals that bring different perspectives and ideas, understanding that the more experiences we bring to our work the more innovative we can be. As we continue to build our workforce, we look for people that exemplify our core values, leadership characteristics, and approach to innovation.
You will become part of Northrop Grumman's Lifecycle Sustainment and Modernization Solutions (LSMS). LSMS provides sustainment support for the US Air Force B-2 Bomber, E-3 Sentry, Airborne Warning and Control System, and numerous other Government platforms. Our team members complete engineering, reverse engineering, and logistics solution efforts to solve complex obsolescence problems and ensure warfighter supportability.
Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal
Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints
Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications
Responsibilities:
Serve as the Systems Engineering focal for assigned projects, coordinating effort between internal and supplier technical teams during pre-production, production, and return to storage project phases within technical, schedule, and cost constraints
Anticipate, monitor, and drive resolution of risk, issues, and opportunities associated with the development and implementation of assigned projects.
Collect, review, and ensure completeness of Technical Data Package (TDP) for contract deliverables
Participate in the preparation of engineering basis of estimates to support proposals for future work
Perform or manage functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware specifications
Review drawings and specifications required to manufacture composite parts for producibility and submit Request for Change/Information (RC/Is) as required
Assist as necessary the Manufacturer's planners in creation of new planning for composite components
Review as necessary the Manufacturer's Manufacturing Top-Down Breakdown (MFG Process flow) based on Engineering requirements, including identification of required tooling
Basic Required Qualifications for Principal Systems Engineer:
A Bachelors in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 5+ years of experience OR a Master's in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 3+ years of experience or a PhD in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 0 years of experience
Experience in requirements management, test, or hardware design/development
Demonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking and problem-solving skills and Systems Thinking mindset
Must be able to obtain/maintain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance and the a bility to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR)
Basic Required Qualifications for Sr. Principal Systems Engineer:
A Bachelors in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 9+ years of experience OR a Master's in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 7+ years of experience or a PhD in Science or Engineering with a minimum of 4 years of experience
Experience in requirements management, test, or hardware design/development
Demonstrated proficiency in analytical thinking and problem-solving skills and Systems Thinking mindset
Must have an active U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Secret security clearance and the a bility to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR)
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of requirements management and verification best practices
Experience with SolidWorks, CATIA, or other 3-D CAD software tools
Experience with point-cloud data analysis
Knowledge of production planning, tooling, and manufacturing
Familiarity with aircraft systems to include structures, composites, and flight controls
Active PAR is preferred
Salary Range: $85,600 - $128,400
Employees 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.
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.