Northrop Grumman
Sr Principal Space Systems Engineer
Northrop Grumman, Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, 80509
Location: Schriever SFB, near Colorado Springs, CO, onsite.
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.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal Space Systems Engineer to work onsite at Schriever SFB, near Colorado Springs, CO for our Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program.
We liaise with the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and Satellite Control Network (SCN) to support our FROST program, and provide satellite support services to our mission‑critical customer. FROST conducts real‑time on‑orbit support, launch ascent support and End‑of‑Life operations for all NOPS (NRO Operations Squadron) missions. On FROST we collect performance data on launches for the NRO, Department of Defense (DOD), NASA, and commercial industries.
Responsibilities
Work with Space Systems Engineering Leadership developing systems requirements and provide systems engineering solutions.
End‑to‑end system
Assist developing plans and tasks
Modernize space and ground system
Troubleshooting and resolution of software issues
Support risk management processes and methods
Assist developing documents for briefings / communicate to government as required.
Work multiple Systems Engineering projects and tasks to support mission operations
Assist in developing standards, processes and procedures, and operations and modernization
Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience or a master’s and 6 years’ experience or a High School diploma / equivalent with 12 years’ experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Experience with systems engineering principles and processes
Experience with Full system engineering life cycle; from concept, requirements, design & development
Familiar with Agile development
Systems engineering satellite operations or other similar systems
Top Secret SCI with a CI Polygraph
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Server System Administration and troubleshooting analysis in some or all the following platforms: Linux, Windows servers/clients, and Oracle/SQL Databases
Effectively communicate and present to project and program management, other technical managers and customers
Ability to interface with multiple stakeholders from a variety of organizations (internally and externally) in support of requirements development
Solid technical foundation in Systems Engineering processes
Experience with Systems Integration and System/Software Testing, including virtualized environments
Working knowledge of system design and overall integration into an operational environment
Detailed knowledge of Windows and Unix environments
Security + or another DoD 8570 approved certification
Primary Level Salary Range $124,900.00 – $187,300.00. 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.
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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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.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Sr Principal Space Systems Engineer to work onsite at Schriever SFB, near Colorado Springs, CO for our Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program.
We liaise with the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and Satellite Control Network (SCN) to support our FROST program, and provide satellite support services to our mission‑critical customer. FROST conducts real‑time on‑orbit support, launch ascent support and End‑of‑Life operations for all NOPS (NRO Operations Squadron) missions. On FROST we collect performance data on launches for the NRO, Department of Defense (DOD), NASA, and commercial industries.
Responsibilities
Work with Space Systems Engineering Leadership developing systems requirements and provide systems engineering solutions.
End‑to‑end system
Assist developing plans and tasks
Modernize space and ground system
Troubleshooting and resolution of software issues
Support risk management processes and methods
Assist developing documents for briefings / communicate to government as required.
Work multiple Systems Engineering projects and tasks to support mission operations
Assist in developing standards, processes and procedures, and operations and modernization
Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience or a master’s and 6 years’ experience or a High School diploma / equivalent with 12 years’ experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
Experience with systems engineering principles and processes
Experience with Full system engineering life cycle; from concept, requirements, design & development
Familiar with Agile development
Systems engineering satellite operations or other similar systems
Top Secret SCI with a CI Polygraph
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in Server System Administration and troubleshooting analysis in some or all the following platforms: Linux, Windows servers/clients, and Oracle/SQL Databases
Effectively communicate and present to project and program management, other technical managers and customers
Ability to interface with multiple stakeholders from a variety of organizations (internally and externally) in support of requirements development
Solid technical foundation in Systems Engineering processes
Experience with Systems Integration and System/Software Testing, including virtualized environments
Working knowledge of system design and overall integration into an operational environment
Detailed knowledge of Windows and Unix environments
Security + or another DoD 8570 approved certification
Primary Level Salary Range $124,900.00 – $187,300.00. 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.
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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