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Systems Engineer - Level 4 (AHT)

Location
Redondo Beach, CA · On-site
Job type
Full-time
Level
Lead / Staff
Experience
8+ years
Education
Bachelor's degree
Listed
19 days ago

Skills & highlights for this role

  • TS/SCI clearance
  • U.S. citizenship
  • STK
  • orbit determination
  • maneuver planning
  • conjunction analysis
  • collision avoidance

Also useful

  • Python
  • Linux
  • telemetry planning

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI 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. Northrop Grumman's Space Systems Sector is seeking a Systems Engineer

  • Level 4 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA. *Please be aware that 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 of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.* This role is for a highly motivated Systems Engineer specializing in orbit analysis and orbit determination. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited, the following: -Responsible for providing orbit determination, trajectory estimation, mission planning, coverage analysis, and telemetry planning for launch and early on-orbit phases. -Responsible for maneuver planning, conjunction analysis, and collision avoidance operations. -Familiarity with launch and early orbit operations. -Develop orbital analysis and mission planning tools to automate mission planning during on-orbit operations. -Maintain and update the System flight dynamics and STK models. -Perform requirements verification and analysis for orbit and mission coverage requirements. -Work closely with other IPTs to align orbit geometry with early orbit testing and verification plans. -Coordinate with subsystems for maneuver execution and reconstruction. Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineer
  • Level 4: -Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience OR -Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 6+ years of engineering experience OR -PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 4+ years of engineering experience -Candidate must have active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date OR -Candidate must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) at time of application and prior to start date as well as the ability to obtain and maintain active SCI access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate's maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future. -Background in aerospace engineering Preferred Qualifications for Systems Engineer
  • Level 4: -Familiarity with STK and Linux environments -Prior programming/scripting (e.g. Python) experience -Ability to work in a collaborative team environment and enjoys tackling complex engineering challenges -Strong communication and time management skills -Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills -Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) clearance along with active SCI access at time of application and prior to start date *Please be aware that 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 of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.* Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site: Northrop Grumman Total Rewards As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for: -Medical, Dental & Vision coverage -401k -Educational Assistance -Life Insurance -Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions -Paid Time Off -Health & Wellness Resources -Employee Discounts -Flexible Schedules: for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work. #LosAngelesSpace #LI-DB1 #SpaceEngJobs #SpaceSysEngJobs #SPEnhancedERAP Primary 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. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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