Senior Principal Systems Engineer

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Senior Principal Systems Engineer based out of Baltimore, MD.

What You'll Get To Do

The Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Emerging Capabilities Division pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines the leading edge of exotic new technologies, and drives advances in the sciences. You will work on a multidisciplinary team working on digital multi-function RF systems development and testing to include Radar and Electronic Warfare (EW) applications.

Develop software defined, hardware enabled systems to meet warfighter needs.Provide Systems Engineering guidance for formal Verification and Validation, including flight test planning and execution.Collaborate with peers and other engineering disciplines in the planning, design, and prototyping of complex mixed-signal systems.Provide technical solutions to a wide range of complex and difficult problems.Complete tasks according to schedule, budget, cost, design objectives and requirements.Work under general direction to independently determine and develop viable solutions.

Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Bachelor's degree with 9 years of experience, a master's degree with 7 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

U.S. Citizenship is required.An active DoD Top Secret clearance is required with the ability to obtain/maintain an active DoD TS/SCI clearance.Experience with requirements development, derivation, system integration & test and validation and verification.Experience developing embedded firmware and software using C, C++ and Matlab.Experience with Modeling tools and software.Experience with EOIR systems and technologies.

Preferred Qualifications for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer

Advanced degrees in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related technical fields.Active DoD Top Secret/SCI Clearance or higher.Knowledge of machine learning techniques/AI fundamentals.Experience with flight testing.Experience in technical leadership role(s).Strong verbal and written communication skills with experience contributing to and/or making technical presentations to internal and external customers.

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.