Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer (Skillbridge)

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

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.

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman's 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels.  SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as Active-duty service members.

Responsibilities for this internship position are:

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman

• Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals

• Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives

• Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome

• Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty

• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement

• Will receive an honorable discharge

• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS

• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months

• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS), Bellevue, NE is currently seeking Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer with an area of focus in training, requirements, and NC2 insight. The successful candidates will demonstrate a broad skill set balanced between interpersonal and technical capabilities achieving sustainable quality products. They will have a track record as an effective communicator and problem solver who is able to develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The selected candidates will participate in the entire software development lifecycle.

The candidates will work closely with other engineers in accomplishing the following:

• Providing training to the customer on targeting and mission planning tactics using SNAPS and EPD software.

• Receive inputs from the customer on future capabilities needed and transform them into software requirements. This will include eliciting inputs from the customer to refine and clarify the needed functionality.

• Solve complex problems through innovative and creative solutions

• Collaborate with software designers and/or software engineers in the planning, design, development, and utilization of software systems

• Regularly demonstrate progress to customers

• Test existing, and new, capabilities of the targeting planning software

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Engineer Systems:

• One of the following:

• A high school diploma with a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience

• A bachelor's in science degree with a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience

• A master's in science degree with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience

• At least 3 years of experience in targeting, ballistic missile planning, operations, and employment

• Must possess an active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

• Ability to teach targeting mission planning software, strategies, and NC2 domain to customer and developers

• Ability to test planning software and provide feedback to scrum teams.

• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with small technical teams

• Must be able to work on-site in Bellevue, Nebraska (and occasionally USSTRATCOM)

• Meets DoD SkillBridge qualifications as per DODI 1322.29

Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Engineer Systems:

• One of the following:

• A high school diploma with a minimum of 13 years of relevant experience

• A bachelor's in science degree with a minimum of 9 years of relevant experience

• A master's in science degree with a minimum of 7 years of relevant experience

• At least 3 years of experience in targeting, ballistic missile planning, operations, and employment

• Must possess an active U.S. DoD Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance

• Ability to teach targeting mission planning software, strategies, and NC2 domain to customer and developers

• Ability to test planning software and provide feedback to scrum teams.

• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with small technical teams

• Must be able to work on-site in Bellevue, Nebraska (and occasionally USSTRATCOM)

• Meets DoD SkillBridge qualifications as per DODI 1322.29

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of targeting strategies for mission planning via N3

• Understanding and ability to write software requirements

• Design and plan training and testing scenarios

• Understanding of SMPES

• Previous experience as an instructor

• Familiarity with Oracle SQL

• Familiarity with Visual Basic for Applications

Salary Range: $92,600.00 - $139,000.00Salary Range 2: $114,900.00 - $172,300.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.