Associate Computer Systems Architect​/Computer Systems Archi Security Clearance

Position: 2026 Associate Computer Systems Architect/Computer Systems Archi with Security Clearance
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No 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 Aeronautics Systems Sector is seeking Associate Computer Systems Architects / Computer Systems Architects to join our Model Based Engineering Tools team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Engineering department. This position is located on-site in Melbourne, Florida. The MBE Tools Computer Systems Architect leverages prior engineering design/analysis experience to support Model-based Analysis (MBA), Model-based Design (MBD), Model-based Manufacturing (MBM), and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) initiatives related to engineering tools development.

The candidate works independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of Engineering Tools and exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of the assignment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Maturation of digital thread between engineering and manufacturing

* Engineering CAD/PLM tools development and maturation of requirements

* Documentation of engineering use cases

* Validation and testing of CAD/PLM tool functionality

* Creation of training/best practice documentation

* Provide subject matter expert (SME) user support
* Develop/update sector processes for CAD/PLM This requisition may be filled at either an Associate Computer Systems Architect (T01) or Computer Systems Architect (T02). Basic Qualifications for Associate Computer Systems Architect: A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
* Completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution by August 2026
* B e majoring in or having majored in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other STEM field
* Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs Basic Qualifications for Computer Systems Architect: A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
* Completed their Master's degree from an accredited institution by August 2026 OR completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and 2 years of relevant Engineering experience by August 2026
* B e majoring in or having majored in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or other STEM field
* Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
* Active Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).

* Experience working in an aerospace design environment. Emphasis placed in the following disciplines:
Structural Design/Analysis, Subsystems Design/Analysis, Electrical/Mechanical Routing, or Mechanism Design/Analysis.

* Experience working with Teamcenter and Siemens NX (or equivalent PDM/PLM and CAD/CAE applications).
* Experience developing code for utilities.

* Communicates effectively and clearly presents technical approaches and recommendations.

* Understanding and working knowledge of SysML

* Familiar with Model Based Systems Engineering practices and implementation

* Experience using system modeling tools (Cameo preferred) to solve systems engineering problems.

* Experience defining requirements with DOORS

* H ave an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher Pay Range
* Associate Computer Systems Architect: $ 65,800 - $ 98,800/year
* Computer Systems Architect: $ 79,300 - $1 18,900/year campus jobs Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $ 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…