... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... Remote candidates may also be considered You will work with various engineering disciplines ...
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... Remote candidates may also be considered You will work with various engineering disciplines ...
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... Remote candidates may also be considered You will work with various engineering disciplines ...
... flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people ... Remote candidates may also be considered You will work with various engineering disciplines ...
Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer - Lead
Broadlands, VA · Remote
$107K - $146K/yr
Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer - Lead Long-Term Contract | Fully Remote (U.S ... Support GNC flight software development, integration, and verification. * Develop and support ...
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Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer - Lead
Broadlands, VA · Remote
$107K - $146K/yr
Senior Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) Engineer - Lead Long-Term Contract | Fully Remote (U.S ... Support GNC flight software development, integration, and verification. * Develop and support ...
GNC Engineer - Hybrid (TS/SCI Clearance)
$133K - $200K/yr
This is a remote position with limited, business-need driven travel to onsite locations. Key ... Review and guide flight software design to improve system performance, robustness, and operability
GNC Engineer - Hybrid (TS/SCI Clearance)
$133K - $200K/yr
This is a remote position with limited, business-need driven travel to onsite locations. Key ... Review and guide flight software design to improve system performance, robustness, and operability
V-BAT Internal Training Instructor (R5031)
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
$110K - $172K/yr
... flight hours * FAA Private Pilot License (PPL) * FAA Instrument Rating and/or Commercial Pilot Rating * FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate Work Environment: * Combination of classroom, simulator ...
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V-BAT Internal Training Instructor (R5031)
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
$110K - $172K/yr
... flight hours * FAA Private Pilot License (PPL) * FAA Instrument Rating and/or Commercial Pilot Rating * FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate Work Environment: * Combination of classroom, simulator ...
V-BAT Internal Training Instructor (R5031)
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
$110K - $172K/yr
... flight hours * FAA Private Pilot License (PPL) * FAA Instrument Rating and/or Commercial Pilot Rating * FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate Work Environment: * Combination of classroom, simulator ...
V-BAT Internal Training Instructor (R5031)
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
$110K - $172K/yr
... flight hours * FAA Private Pilot License (PPL) * FAA Instrument Rating and/or Commercial Pilot Rating * FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate Work Environment: * Combination of classroom, simulator ...
Senior Air Warfare Test and Evaluation / Threat M&S / HWIL / Over-the-Air Test Subject Matter Expert
Huntsville, AL · On-site +1
CONUS; remote/work from home acceptable, with supervisor based in Huntsville, AL Clearance : Top ... and simulation (M&S), hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), and over-the-air (OTA) test capability ...
Senior Air Warfare Test and Evaluation / Threat M&S / HWIL / Over-the-Air Test Subject Matter Expert
Huntsville, AL · On-site +1
CONUS; remote/work from home acceptable, with supervisor based in Huntsville, AL Clearance : Top ... and simulation (M&S), hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), and over-the-air (OTA) test capability ...
RF Engineer I/II - Radar
Long Beach, CA · On-site +1
... flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space ... Conduct radar system simulations using MATLAB, Python, or specialized radar tools including basic ...
RF Engineer I/II - Radar
Long Beach, CA · On-site +1
... flight software, star trackers, optical systems, separation systems, radios, and more. Our Space ... Conduct radar system simulations using MATLAB, Python, or specialized radar tools including basic ...
Sr. Associate, Mechanical Engineer
Rochester, NY · On-site +1
$59K - $110K/yr
Algorithm development, implementation, flight software development, mission simulation ... Knowledge of astrodynamics principles relevant to remote sensing. Familiarity with space mission ...
Sr. Associate, Mechanical Engineer
Rochester, NY · On-site +1
$59K - $110K/yr
Algorithm development, implementation, flight software development, mission simulation ... Knowledge of astrodynamics principles relevant to remote sensing. Familiarity with space mission ...
Remote (U.S.), residence in the greater Miami, Florida area preferred Employment Type: Full-Time ... Simulation: VBS4 (scenario and mission editor, VBS Geo), with growth into Blue IG and Mantle and ...
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Remote (U.S.), residence in the greater Miami, Florida area preferred Employment Type: Full-Time ... Simulation: VBS4 (scenario and mission editor, VBS Geo), with growth into Blue IG and Mantle and ...
Software Engineer, Platform
San Francisco, CA · Remote
$140K - $230K/yr
Maintain and extend software-in-the-loop simulation infrastructure, enabling engineers to run and validate flight software against simulated environments on remote servers without requiring physical ...
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Software Engineer, Platform
San Francisco, CA · Remote
$140K - $230K/yr
Maintain and extend software-in-the-loop simulation infrastructure, enabling engineers to run and validate flight software against simulated environments on remote servers without requiring physical ...
ATC Training Scenario Developer
Orlando, FL · On-site +1
... GC), Flight Data (FD), Clearance Delivery (CD), Supervisor, and Remote Pilot Operator (RPO ... Game Design or Game Development * Simulation Technology or Human Factors Engineering
ATC Training Scenario Developer
Orlando, FL · On-site +1
... GC), Flight Data (FD), Clearance Delivery (CD), Supervisor, and Remote Pilot Operator (RPO ... Game Design or Game Development * Simulation Technology or Human Factors Engineering
Experience with numerical modeling, scientific computing, simulation, or scientific algorithm ... Experience with infrared remote sensing and/or spectral analysis. * Knowledge of flight dynamics.
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Experience with numerical modeling, scientific computing, simulation, or scientific algorithm ... Experience with infrared remote sensing and/or spectral analysis. * Knowledge of flight dynamics.
Associate, Mechanical Engineer
Rochester, NY · On-site +1
$59K - $110K/yr
Algorithm development, implementation, flight software development, mission simulation ... Knowledge of astrodynamics principles relevant to remote sensing. Familiarity with space mission ...
Associate, Mechanical Engineer
Rochester, NY · On-site +1
$59K - $110K/yr
Algorithm development, implementation, flight software development, mission simulation ... Knowledge of astrodynamics principles relevant to remote sensing. Familiarity with space mission ...
Document flight activity, system usage, and mission datain accordance withcompany procedures ... Active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (requiredprior to start) * Demonstrated foundational ...
Document flight activity, system usage, and mission datain accordance withcompany procedures ... Active FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate (requiredprior to start) * Demonstrated foundational ...
... advanced simulation. We own the whole stack: designing, building, and operating turnkey ... Reporting to the Head of Flight Operations, the King Air Intelligence, Surveillance, and ...
... advanced simulation. We own the whole stack: designing, building, and operating turnkey ... Reporting to the Head of Flight Operations, the King Air Intelligence, Surveillance, and ...
Pilot Subject Matter Expert & Pilot Vehicle Interface Engineer
Fort Worth, TX · On-site +1
$148K - $275K/yr
... flight test reviews, customer and program support regarding aircraft capabilities and PVI ... Work with pilots, engineers, and simulation technicians to design, implement, evaluate, and ...
Pilot Subject Matter Expert & Pilot Vehicle Interface Engineer
Fort Worth, TX · On-site +1
$148K - $275K/yr
... flight test reviews, customer and program support regarding aircraft capabilities and PVI ... Work with pilots, engineers, and simulation technicians to design, implement, evaluate, and ...
Senior Software Engineer, Networking
$165K - $225K/yr
Whether you're remote or office-based, you'll collaborate with talented colleagues across ... in-flight traffic What will you be doing as a Senior Software Engineer, Network Simulation at ...
Senior Software Engineer, Networking
$165K - $225K/yr
Whether you're remote or office-based, you'll collaborate with talented colleagues across ... in-flight traffic What will you be doing as a Senior Software Engineer, Network Simulation at ...
Principal Fuel Systems Engineer - X-BAT (R4640)
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
$209K - $313K/yr
Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation ... In this role, you'll own the full lifecycle of fuel system design-from concept through flight ...
Principal Fuel Systems Engineer - X-BAT (R4640)
Dallas, TX · On-site +1
$209K - $313K/yr
Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation ... In this role, you'll own the full lifecycle of fuel system design-from concept through flight ...
Principal Fuel Systems Engineer - X-BAT (R4640)
Boston, MA · Remote
$209K - $313K/yr
Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation ... In this role, you'll own the full lifecycle of fuel system design--from concept through flight ...
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Principal Fuel Systems Engineer - X-BAT (R4640)
Boston, MA · Remote
$209K - $313K/yr
Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation ... In this role, you'll own the full lifecycle of fuel system design--from concept through flight ...
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Systems Engineer - Level 7 Mission Modeling Simulation - Level 7
OR • On-site, Remote
Full-time
Medical, Life, PTO
Posted 15 days ago
Northrop Grumman rating
8.3
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Job description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer - Level 7 Consultant, Mission Modeling Simulation, located in Chandler, AZ.
You will serve as an enterpriselevel technical authority for modeling, simulation, and analysis of missile and interceptor systems. In this highly senior role, you will define Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) strategy, lead crossprogram mission and campaign analyses, and provide independent technical assessments that guide portfoliolevel decisions, investment strategies, and future capability development. You will represent the organization as a recognized expert to customers and external stakeholders and will shape the evolution of our mission engineering and MS&A capabilities.
This position is 100% on site in Chandler, AZ (strongly preferred). Remote candidates may also be considered You will work with various engineering disciplines (systems, GNC, seeker/sensor, software, mission, integration & test, etc.) and business development to: Define and lead enterpriselevel MS&A strategy, including digital engineering and modelbased approaches across multiple programs and product lines Lead crossprogram mission engineering and campaignlevel operations analyses to inform capability roadmaps and investment decisions Provide independent technical assessments, red/blue teaming, and risk evaluations of architectures, requirements, and operational concepts Represent the organization as a technical authority in customer engagements, gate reviews, and external technical forums, shaping customer requirements and CONOPS through analysisbacked insights Drive innovation in MS&A tools, frameworks, and methodologies, including advanced visualization, realtime simulation, and digital twin implementations Sponsor and oversee collaborations with other disciplines and external partners (government labs, universities, industry) in advanced MS&A and mission analysis Build and sustain communities of practice, standards, and training for MS&A; mentor multiple teams and develop succession plans for technical leadership Basic Qualifications U.S. citizenship is required Active US Government Secret security clearance Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering; Physics; Applied Mathematics; Computer Science) and 16 years of related experience in systems engineering, modeling and simulation, or operations analysis; or master's degree and 14 years; or Ph.D
and 12 years Recognized subjectmatter expertise in missionlevel operations analysis, campaignlevel modeling, and systemofsystems simulation Demonstrated impact on enterpriselevel or portfoliolevel decisions through MS&A (architecture trades, capability roadmaps, investment choices) Extensive experience providing independent technical assessments and representing programs in customer technical reviews and senior leadership briefings Proven ability to lead and mentor multiple teams, establish standards and best practices, and drive adoption of advanced modeling and digital engineering techniques Strong executivelevel communication skills and the ability to convey complex technical concepts to nontechnical decisionmakers Preferred Qualifications Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret and/or Special Access Program (SAP) access; active TS/SAP is highly preferred Broad and deep experience across multiple domains, such as: Missile/interceptor guidance, navigation, and control (GNC) RF or EO/IR seeker/sensor modeling Integrated air defense systems (IADS) or threat modeling Electronic attack, electronic protection, and countermeasures modeling Survivability, lethality, and vulnerability analysis at the weapon or mission level Recognition as a technical authority via publications, external working groups, or customer acknowledgment Experience defining enterpriselevel MS&A strategies, standards, and capability roadmaps across a portfolio of missile and interceptor programs Demonstrated leadership in building technical communities of practice, training programs, and longterm capability development plans for MS&A Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector. Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life
For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site. Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $183,200.00 - $274,800.00 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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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.
Industry
Space research administration
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Falls Church, VA, US
Year founded
1939