Engineer​/Principal Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation - R10217525

Position: Engineer / Principal Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation - R10217525

Summary

Apply for the Engineer / Principal Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation - R role at Northrop Grumman located in Melbourne, Florida. The position is part of the Aeronautics Systems Sector and will work on advanced aerospace systems that impact people worldwide.

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance & Travel

Clearance Type:
Secret.
Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time.

Job Description

Northrop Grumman is an industry‑leading systems integrator with a history of pioneering innovations, from the first trans‑Atlantic flight to space exploration. We seek a bold, innovative engineer who thrives in ambiguity and works collaboratively to solve complex problems in the Advanced Mission Capabilities portfolio of the Multi‑Domain Command and Control family.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with internal and external partners to gather requirements, develop prototype models, architect solutions, and conduct operational analysis.
• Lead the implementation of advanced programs supporting System of Systems activities in a fast‑paced, science‑and‑technology mission engineering environment.
• Become a subject‑matter expert on operational capabilities for the U.S. Navy’s E‑2D Hawkeye aircraft mission space.
• Support the full engineering development life cycle: requirements, modeling and simulation, V&V, and presentation of results.
• Analyze simulated and live flight data to assess mission effectiveness and propose improvements.
• Apply technical expertise to solve complex integration challenges.
• Generate and present material to support internal and external customer briefings.

Benefits

We offer flexible work arrangements, a 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, learning opportunities, exposure to a variety of projects, and a friendly team environment. The role is self‑motivated and proactive, with a goal‑oriented culture.

Basic Qualifications (Systems Engineer)

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline AND 2 years of related professional/military experience, OR Master of Science in a STEM discipline.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher (background investigation within the last 6 years or continuous evaluation enrollment).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
• Advanced knowledge of Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Experience in Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) techniques.
• Proficient programming skills in AFSIM, MATLAB, or Python.
• Knowledge of systems engineering CONOPS, simulation frameworks, performance models, threat models, and command & control models.

Basic Qualifications (Principal Systems Engineer)

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR Master of Science in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of related experience.
• Active DoD Secret clearance or higher.
• Ability to obtain and maintain SAP clearance.
• Advanced Windows and Linux knowledge.
• Experience in MS&A techniques.
• Proficient programming skills in AFSIM, MATLAB, or Python.
• Knowledge of systems engineering CONOPS, simulation frameworks, performance models, threat models, and command & control models.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive programming experience in Python and/or MBSE (Cameo).
• Familiarity with formal systems engineering verification and validation processes.
• Experience with simulation frameworks (AFSIM, NGTS), performance models, algorithms, threat models, and command & control models.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Experience modeling operational environments and conducting trade studies via computer simulation.
• Knowledge of AMTI and GMTI radar and electronic warfare systems.
• Monte Carlo simulation experience.
• Experience with Atlassian tool suite and Cameo Enterprise Architecture modeling for system design.
• Knowledge and experience with OMS – Open Mission System Architecture Specification, UCI – Universal Command and Control Interface, and other DoD open architectures.
• Experience integrating complex systems across multiple domains.
• Experience demonstrating concepts to management and customers.

Salary Range

Primary Level: $79,300.00 – $
Secondary Level: $98,400.00 – $

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

Defense and Space Manufacturing

Equal Opportunity Employer

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and makes 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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