Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking an experienced Lead Systems Engineer – Level 3/4 to serve as a Program Lead as part of the Systems Engineering Integration & Test team in our Chandler, AZ office.
Role Description & Responsibilities:
This role will serve as Lead Systems Engineer for the program requiring the candidate to function in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment
Regular interface with program management, engineering staff, and external customers
Provide leadership to the systems engineering effort for the program including direct and in-direct management of engineers with limited oversight from engineering senior leadership personnel in a collaborative environment
Implement and manage system requirements in the Requirements Management databases (DOORS) and task management using Jira
Provide data for and assists in risk management (identifies potential risks) and trade study processes
Supports system design, data analyses, interface verification, testing, and failure/anomaly resolution
Supports the testing and/or evaluation/validation of one or more components of a system or subsystem analytical model or actual system implementation
Prepares and presents materials at program major milestone meetings
Manages cost accounts for systems engineering and mission scope of work
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
Ensure 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, detailed trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications
This position may be filled for a Level 3 or 4
Salary range for Level 3 $98,400 - $147,600
Salary range for Level 4 $122,800 - $184,200
Basic Qualifications Level 3 :
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 5 years of related engineering experience, OR a Master's in STEM with 3 years of experience, or a PhD in STEM with 1 year related engineering experience
Active US DoD Secret Security clearance, or higher at the time of application
Strong technical problem solving, written and verbal communication skills to generate and document system level launch vehicle requirements, perform vehicle performance assessments and participate in system level verification/data review activities
Strong resolve to drive tasks to completion autonomously and possess demonstrated mentoring/training skills
Basic Qualifications - Level 4 :
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 8 years of related engineering experience, OR a Master's in STEM with 6 years of experience, or a PhD in STEM with 4 year related engineering experience
Active US DoD Secret Security clearance, or higher at the time of application
Strong technical problem solving, written and verbal communication skills to generate and document system level launch vehicle requirements, perform vehicle performance assessments and participate in system level verification/data review activities
Strong resolve to drive tasks to completion autonomously and possess demonstrated mentoring/training skills
Preferred Qualifications:
A strong experienced-based and academic foundation in Systems Engineering fundamentals
Experience with Northrop Grumman Space Systems LVBU Systems Engineering standards/guidelines and expectations
Experience with external customer interfacing (meetings, presentation, negotiation)
Strong data review and timeline experience
System testing and launch operations experience
Previous Cost Account Management experience
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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00The 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.ngc