Systems Engineer - Modeling​/Simulation & Analysis; MS&A

Staff Systems Modeling / Simulation & Analysis Engineer (MS&A)

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Systems Modeling / Simulation & Analysis Engineer (MS&A). This position is located in Huntsville, Alabama or Roy, Utah.

This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.

The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.

Primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:

• Lead development and integration of physics-based predictive models and simulation frameworks for cruise-missile accuracy performance
• Conduct maturation, validation, and verification of accuracy error models using ground- and flight-test data
• Perform post-flight estimation and analysis of missile accuracy, producing technical reports and executive-level presentations
• Interface with external partner teams to ensure timely delivery of analysis data required for CDRLs and support the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS)
• Develop and trace requirements for modeling, simulation, and analysis tools; manage change-request and Engineering Review Board (ERB) processes
• Provide Earned Value Management (EVM) reporting and schedule variance analysis for MS&A activities
• Mentor and coordinate a multidisciplinary engineering team, fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing
• Implement agile development practices using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) to manage tasks and deliverables
• Establish and maintain a secure laboratory environment for classified work, ensuring compliance with DoD security requirements
• Advise senior leadership and customers on mission-effectiveness trade-studies and recommend alternative architecture solutions

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline and 12 years of related experience; 10 years of experience with a Master of Science degree; 8 year experience with a PhD
• Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Demonstrated experience with physics-based mathematical modeling and simulation
• Proficiency in scripting languages (e.g., Python, C++/C#, SQL, MATLAB, R) with at least five years of hands-on experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance
• Outstanding skills in building rapport and interfacing with external team partners and customers
• Proactive self-starter capable of identifying process gaps and implementing effective solutions
• Experience developing and tracing complex requirements, managing change requests, and participating in Engineering Review Board processes
• Hands-on experience with Earned Value Management, Integrated Master Schedule reporting, and agile methodologies using Jira/Confluence

Position Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

* This position is contingent upon contract award

Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $