Sentinel - Technical Services - Sr Principal Engineer; T04

Relocation & Travel

• Relocation assistance may be available.
• Clearance required for start:
  No.
• Clearance type:
  Secret.
• Travel:
  Yes, 10% of the time.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Technical Services Sr. Principal Engineer (T04 level) located in Roy, Utah, supporting the Sentinel program.

The selected candidate will work within a team to perform all phases of ADDIE for a new training system supporting the United States Air Force, collaborating with SMEs and multiple teams to identify training gaps.

Responsibilities include:

• Leverage adult learning theory to architect instructional strategies that drive measurable performance improvement across complex training programs.
• Analyze and evaluate knowledge and skill gaps to identify training tasks and develop appropriate learning solutions.
• Design and develop training products for multiple modalities, including online, in‑person, hybrid, synchronous and asynchronous formats.
• Develop a comprehensive suite of training materials— instructor‑led sessions, microlearning modules, interactive online courses, and on‑the‑job qualification/certification programs.
• Apply SCORM standards and curriculum design experience.
• Write technical training content and CDRL documents.
• Use digital instructional design software (Camtasia, Storyline, Adobe Captivate/Creative Suite).
• Apply multimedia design (audio/video editing, animation, software simulation).
• Identify appropriate learning theories and implement them throughout development.
• Stay current with emerging learning theories, software tools, and industry standards to enhance training.
• May evaluate or oversee contractors/vendors for courseware development.
• Lead a team of junior training system employees.

• Bachelor of Science in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Human Performance, Training and Learning Development, Psychology, Marketing, or related field with 8 years of related experience.
• Master’s degree with 6 years of experience (or PhD with 4 years).
• U.S. Citizenship with ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.
• Experience designing and developing learning materials for technical disciplines.
• Experience developing technology‑based learning products.
• Experience creating formative and summative evaluations for technical disciplines.
• Experience conducting training evaluations in accordance with Kirkpatrick 4 levels and Phillips 5 levels.
• Experience working in ADDIE and other training development models for technical disciplines.
• Experience applying adult learning theories and process‑driven instructional design principles.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time.
• Experience executing and delivering training system products on large DoD military programs.

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of human performance processes to break down knowledge and skill gaps.
• Experience conducting evaluations with Kirkpatrick and Phillips models.

• Medical, Dental and Vision coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Educational assistance.
• Life insurance.
• Employee assistance programs and work/life solutions.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health and wellness resources.
• Employee discounts.
• Robust benefits package (link: ).

Primary Level Salary Range: $ – $. Salary determined based on scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and, for senior positions, long‑term incentives.

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 a complete EEO and pay transparency statement, visit  U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.