Principal​/Sr. Principal Algorithm and Modeling Engineer - R10212290

Principal/Sr. Principal Algorithm and Modeling Engineer - R

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance type:
Secret.

Travel required:

No.

At Northrop Grumman, we offer a unique opportunity to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives worldwide. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and a relentless drive to tackle the impossible. We seek bold, innovative thinkers who are ready to invent the future and enjoy the journey along the way.

We are recruiting a Principal or Senior Principal Algorithm and Modeling Engineer for our Rolling Meadows site. The position involves designing, integrating, and testing algorithm solutions, developing and validating complex models and simulations, and creating in‑house system models and software that characterize and analyze system performance. The candidate will collaborate with systems engineering technologists to support various contracts and research and development efforts.

• Design, integrate, and test algorithmic solutions for EOIR and RF targeting systems.

• Develop and validate complex analytical and simulation models.

• Write, maintain, and execute system models using MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support internal R&D and contracting activities.

• Communicate findings and status through technical reports, briefings, and written documentation.

• BS (or higher) in a STEM field with 5+ years of related experience, MS with 3+ years, or PhD with 1+ year.
• Experience as a Systems Engineer applying modeling & simulation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and systems‑thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.
• Minimum Secret clearance with any customer‑specified clearance.

• BS in a STEM field with 8+ years of related experience, MS with 6+ years, or PhD with 4+ years.
• Experience as a Systems Engineer applying modeling & simulation skills.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and systems‑thinking abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in MATLAB, Python, or C/C++.
• Minimum Secret clearance with any customer‑specified clearance.

• Knowledge of sensors/antennas, optics, detection, and tracking in EOIR/RF systems.
• Experience with CUDA, SysML, VHDL, OpenCL, or other scripting languages.
• Qualitative assessment of complex algorithms.
• Experience with Design of Experiments (DOE) methodology.
• Agile team experience; familiarity with Jira.
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance.

Primary level: $105,400 – $158,000.
Secondary level: $131,100 – $196,700.

Benefits include health insurance, life and disability coverage, a 401(k) plan, paid holidays, and paid time off. Eligible employees may receive overtime, shift differentials, discretionary bonuses, and long‑term incentive awards.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit Northrop Grumman EEO. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted roles.