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Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4 (AHT)

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Boulder, CO, USA
114K-213K Annually
Senior level
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Boulder, CO, USA
114K-213K Annually
Senior level
Provides systems integration for antenna ground systems and space-program ground segments. Responsibilities include requirements definition, decomposition, verification, validation, system integration, customer and program leadership coordination, and support through acceptance and operational milestones. The role also involves designing and integrating shelters and transportable prototype systems, supporting Agile development, and applying systems engineering processes across future space programs.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Systems Engineer – Level 3 or 4 located in Boulder, CO.


What you’ll get to do?

As a Systems Engineer, you will work with a team of engineers providing system integration for the definition, development, decomposition analysis, verification, and validation of requirements for an antenna ground system in development. In this dynamic role, you will work closely with program leadership and the customer to ensure the technical aspects are continuously adapted and aligned, guiding the program through its critical milestones to achieve mission success. Ultimately, you will support the program through maturity and milestones including acceptance testing, initial operational capacity, and final operational capacity to achieve the mission.  

Additionally, this position will span across exciting new programs, on contract to provide the system integration for delivering ground segments for a diverse set of space programs. This work will span system integration of future systems, antenna systems, and system infrastructure. We have anticipated future growth to deliver additional ground capabilities.


This requisition may be filled with a higher job grade based on the qualifications listed below. 


This requisition may be filled as either a level 3 or level 4.


Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of relevant experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of relevant experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of relevant experience.  
  • Active Secret clearance required at time of application
  • Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
  • Demonstrated experience quickly learning new concepts and approaches
  • Working familiarity with non-traditional primes and subcontractors. Proved success in agile project execution, faster iteration cycles, and rapid prototype development. 
  • Experience in the design, development, and integration of shelters and transportable systems for prototype programs.

Basic Qualifications for a Level 4:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of relevant experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of relevant experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of relevant experience.  
  • Active Secret clearance required at time of application
  • Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
  • Demonstrated experience quickly learning new concepts and approaches
  • Working familiarity with non-traditional primes and subcontractors. Proved success in agile project execution, faster iteration cycles, and rapid prototype development. 
  • Experience in the design, development, and integration of shelters and transportable systems for prototype programs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 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 
  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering languages (SysML/UML) and concepts 
  • Excellent technical writing and team building skills 

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Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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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