Sentinel - Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer
Listed on 2026-06-19
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Engineering
Systems Engineer
Description
Relocation assistance may be available.
Clearance required for start:
Yes.
Clearance type:
Secret.
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer / Senior Principal Systems Engineer
. The position is located in Roy, UT
, Colorado Springs, CO
, or Huntsville, AL
. The candidate will join the Sentinel Systems Engineering, Integration, & Test (SEIT) team.
- Demonstrate strong leadership and foundational systems engineering skills to drive rigor, traceability, and architectural context needed to craft an MSSOWT that is clear, verifiable, and aligned with the overall program objectives.
- Demonstrate ability to foster diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement, including mentoring and coaching.
- Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Provide critical, actionable feedback on system designs as well as giving regular status updates to program leadership.
- Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of experience (Bachelor's), 3 years of experience with a Master's degree, 1 year with a PhD.
- Senior Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 8 years of related experience; 6 years with Masters; 4 years with PhD.
- Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years.
- Experience in systems engineering principles (including acquisition and MBSE).
- Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point.
- Proficient in using DOORS (including Change Proposals), Jira, and Confluence.
- Experience resolving issues and providing technical support.
- Capable of working with minimal direction and in team environments.
- Experience working with internal customers outside of your own group.
- Familiarity with SDRL and DID structures.
- Familiarity with compliance documentation.
- Experience with Agile.
- Experience working with external customers to meet program expectations in a timely and efficient manner.
- Experience using DXL.
- Teamcenter/CPLM experience.
- Experience with PROP writing or governance.
- Direct involvement in drafting or reviewing statements of work, contracts, or procurement documents.
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
- 401(k).
- Educational Assistance.
- Life Insurance.
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions.
- Paid Time Off.
- Health & Wellness Resources.
- Employee Discounts.
Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $
Secondary Level Salary Range: $ - $
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 and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.
Standard work schedule is a 9/80.
Job Category:
Engineering.
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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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