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Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator

Northrop Grumman

On-site
Clearfield, UT
Full-time
Principal
5+ yrs
$98k–$148kPosted 1h ago

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Job description

Northrop Grumman is hiring a Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator — a full-time, based in Clearfield, UT role ($98k–$148k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.

Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator - Sustaining Engineering (17836)

Location: United States-Utah-Clearfield

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

 

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator to join our team. This position will be located at Clearfield, UT to support the Remote Visual Assessment (RVA) program in the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) Division.

 

Roles and Responsibilities

  • Responsible for designing, developing, testing, and implementing complex systems and solutions that meet the government specific requirements.
  • Works closely with stakeholders to understand system needs, defining system architectures and design concepts, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful system integration and deployment.
  • Perform systems analysis, studies, and technical assessments to identify and mitigate risks, and will develop and maintain system documentation, including system design documents, test plans, and technical reports.
  • Ensure compliance with government regulations and industry standards and will provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and other team members.
  • Demonstrate a strong understanding of systems engineering principles, technical expertise in relevant areas such as software development, cybersecurity, or network engineering, and excellent communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.

 

Basic Qualifications

  • Requires a bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 5 years of related experience; or a master’s degree with 3 years of related experience; or 1 year with a PhD
  • Must be a US Citizen with an ability to obtain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance, at time of application within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
  • Requires experience in technical problem solving, to include participating in root cause analysis, solution development, implementation, and monitoring
  • Requires experience with MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
  • Professional Engineer (PE) License
  • Master's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university
  • Experience developing technical products for and conducting design reviews and other major program events
  • Demonstrated experience collaborating cross-functionally with integrated product and specialty engineering teams, suppliers, and customer counterparts
  • Experience owning, processing, and implementing change requests through engineering review boards
  • Experience across all phases of the program life cycle
  • Demonstrated hardware and/or software experience supporting teams on design, operation, integration, configuration, and maintenance of military security systems, networks, radios and video links
  • Experience sustaining engineering data packages to include requirements/specifications, drawings, interface documents applicable to systems with long term service life systems
  • Experience working with and developing network/electronic work instructions, maintenance procedures, safety policies and quality procedures
  • Experience applying safety considerations in all aspects of program execution
  • Experience performing trade studies on technical options for system repair or update solutions
  • Experience in development of labor and material cost estimates
  • Demonstrated leadership qualities and the ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Good communications skills with experience delivering formal briefings/presentations to senior leadership and being primary technical focal point to end user

 

Position Benefits

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts 

 

This position’s standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

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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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator at Northrop Grumman?

The estimated salary range for Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator at Northrop Grumman is $98,000 - $148,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator at Northrop Grumman?

The required skills for Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator at Northrop Grumman include: Cybersecurity, Microsoft 365.

What is the seniority level for Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator at Northrop Grumman?

Principal Systems Engineer - Integrator at Northrop Grumman is a Principal level position.

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