Senior Principal MBSE Systems Engineer

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.

The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Principal MBSE Systems Engineer. The position will be located onsite in Redondo Beach, CA.

This position is contingent upon program award and/or customer funding.

What You’ll Get To Do:

The MBSE Systems Engineer will be responsible for developing and managing virtual representations of complex systems using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles, allowing for detailed analysis, optimization, and prediction of system behavior across its lifecycle, often by simulating various operating conditions to identify potential issues and improve design before physical prototypes are built. This role combines expertise in digital concepts, systems engineering, and software architecture to create virtual representants of physical systems that support design, testing and lifecycle management.

You will spearhead the development of advanced digital engineering solutions for complex systems. In addition, you will bring a strong expertise in MBSE, requirements management (DOORS), software architecture and design, and a foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles. You will work closely with the Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) Lead to ensure seamless coordination and delivery of high-quality systems.

Additional responsibilities include:

• Apply MBSE methodologies to drive the development of systems and ensure traceability from requirements to implementation
• Lead technical discussions and decisions-making to ensure system integrity and alignment with project goals.
• Design scalable and reliable software architectures to support digital twin systems and their integration with physical assets
• Ensure that software designs align with overall systems requirements and operational use cases
• Develop and apply a detailed understanding of systems modeling, engineering, requirements analysis, and design concepts to create, assess, and operationalize MBSE approaches to solving systems architecture, engineering, and integration challenges of the satellite system
• Develop model profiles, system diagrams, architecture frameworks, and model queries in the MBSE tools that capture and analyze the system throughout their lifecycle from concept definition through integration
• Integrate and collaborate with multi-disciplinary technical teams to transform requirements and technical information into MBSE tools for analysis and decision-making
• Ensure system technical compliance with the program Statement of Work (SOW) and system requirements
• Provide detailed, prioritized recommendations derived from analysis results to optimize system performance and ensure compliance with requirements through formal presentations to technical leads and reports
• Interface with various Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to gather all necessary data to build, update, and/or maintain the models
• Will work together with ESS program family, subcontractors, and ESS Framework and Ground Integrator contractor for model federation and integration
• Serve as a mentor for less experienced MBSE Engineers

Basic Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree in STEM; 6 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree in STEM; 4 years of relevant experience with a PhD
• Active DoD Secret clearance required at the time of application
• Deep understanding of NG and customer Digital Engineering processes, Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), and Cameo Systems Modeler
• Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
• Deep knowledge of digital principles and applications
• Proficiency in MBSE tools and techniques (e.g. CAMEO)
• Strong understanding of software architecture and system integration
• Ability to lead and collaborate within multidisciplinary teams
• Understanding of Ground System architecture including Spacecraft Command and Control (C2), TT&C, and industry establishments (FORGE, EGS, Cornerstone, Raptor)
• Experience with Agile development
• Ability to communicate and present effectively
• Direct experience using the DOORS Requirements Management Database
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering languages (SysML/UML) and concepts
• Experience defining modeling processes, style guides, and architecture review for large ground systems

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience conducting design reviews leveraging the CAMEO models
• Excellent technical writing and team building skills
• Active DoD Top Secret and/or SCI clearance
• Knowledge of cybersecurity principles to secure both virtual and physical assets.
• Experience with MILSATCOM customer community and mission

Salary Range: $137,400.00 - $206,000.00

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.