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Principal Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation 2/3 (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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.

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.

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Systems, Modeling and Simulation, or Software Engineer Level 2/3 to work at our Northridge, CA. location.

The successful candidate will be working with simulations that represent our AARGM family of missiles. These simulations are used as tools to verify that the missile system meets its requirements. The engineer will be assisting in this verification, and in investigating software and algorithm shortcomings that could be causing failures to meet requirements.

Daily work will include setting up simulation scenarios, analysis of simulation results, software development in python, matlab, and/or C++, requirements analysis, and requirements verification.

Basic Qualifications for a Systems Modeling Simulation. Engineer- (Level 2): 

  • BS degree in aerospace engineering, physics, software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field with 2 years of experience or an MS degree with 0 years of experience is required.

  • Experience with requirements verification and validation, or in performing analysis with python or matlab.

  • Proficiency with C++, and either python or MATLAB.

  • Experience developing in a Windows environment.

  • Experience with the object oriented development.

  • Must have an active secret clearance, and be able to obtain a SAP level clearance.

  • Sufficient background in physics to understand the basics of flight dynamics and sensors. Typical engineering level physics courses will suffice. Material covered in first year engineering physics courses will suffice.

Basic Qualifications for a Systems Modeling Simulation. Engineer- (Level 3): 

  • BS degree in aerospace engineering, physics, software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field with 5 years of experience or an MS degree with 3 years of experience is required.

  • Experience with requirements verification and validation, or in performing analysis with python or matlab.

  • Proficiency with C++, and either python or MATLAB.

  • Experience developing in a Windows environment.

  • Experience with the object oriented development.

  • Must have an active secret clearance, or interim clearance and be able to obtain a SAP level clearance.

  • Sufficient background in physics to understand the basics of flight dynamics and sensors. Typical engineering level physics courses will suffice. Material covered in first year engineering physics courses will suffice.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proficiency with both python and matlab

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel

  • Experience in high performance computing or monte carlo simulations.

  • Experience in Modeling and Simulation of weapon systems

  • Proficiency with CAMEO

  • Experience in Operational Analysis

  • Experience with AFSIM

  • Experience in flight dynamics

  • Active Secret or SAP level Clearance.

*Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley.

Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach or snow ski at our local mountains. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college-town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest. 

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For more information, please click on this link below:

Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California - Northrop Grumman

Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00Salary Range 2: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00

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 conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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 our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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