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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Systems Engineer - Level 2 or 3locatedin Boulder, CO.
What you’ll get to do?
As a Systems Engineer on this team, you will contribute to the development, integration, and verification of RF-based ground systems supporting a variety of space missions. You will participate in system definition, requirementsdevelopment, architecture decomposition, and verification activities throughout the system lifecycle, from early concept development through integration and test.
In this role,you will work closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams to translate mission and customer needs into system requirements and technical solutions. You will help define systemarchitectureand interfaces across hardware, software, and infrastructure components, with particular focuson RF systems including antennas, RF front-end equipment, and groundcommunications infrastructure.
*Please be aware that this position is contingent upon capturing program award(s) and obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding. Furthermore, this position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future*
This requisition may be filled at a higher job grade based on the qualifications listed below.
This requisition may be filled as either a Level 2 or Level 3.
Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 2 years of related experience; 0 years with a Master's
Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
Demonstrated experience quickly learning new concepts and approaches
Experience in the design, development, and integration ofground system software,networking,andor RF antennaprograms.
Familiarity with RF communications systems, ground systems, or antenna-based architectures.
ActiveSecret clearance required at time of application
Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of related experience; 3 years with a Master's; 1 year with a PhD
Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
Demonstrated experience quickly learning new concepts and approaches
Experience in the design, development, and integration ofground system software,networking,andor RF antennaprograms.
Familiarity with RF communications systems, ground systems, or antenna-based architectures.
ActiveSecret clearance required at time of application
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with satellite communications, ground segment systems, or RF communications infrastructure.
Experience with Model-Based System Engineering (MBSE), SysML and Cameo
Familiarity with space vehicle ground segment design
Proven ability to iterate quickly on design and development processes, incorporating feedback and making improvements
Experience with Agile development
Effectively communicate and present to project and program management, other technical managers and customers
Experience integrating MBSE models with requirements management tools (e.g. DOORS/DNG) to support end-to-endtraceability and verification planning.
Experience withtechnical writing and team building skills
Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00The 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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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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