Hiring Cleared Systems Engineers Level 3 or 4 (AHT)
- Top Secret clearance
Open in 2 locations
Northrop Grumman posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the team, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
California
1 open- $98,400–$213,400/yr
Redondo Beach, CA, United States (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 1mo ago
Virginia
1 open- $98,400–$213,400/yr
Dulles, VA, United States (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 3w ago
About the job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: No ## 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.
This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman.
Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is seeking highly cleared Systems Engineersto join our team, and the positions are open at either Level 3 Principal Systems Engineer or Level 4 Sr. Principal Systems Engineer.
These roles can be located at our major Northrop Grumman locations inDulles, VA, Fairfax, VA Gilbert, AZ, Colorado Springs, CO Rolling Meadows, IL, Linthicum, MD, and Morrisville, NC,and the positions require the work to be conducted fully onsite at these locations.
The selected individuals will play an instrumental role in developing, evolving, and leading technological strategy in multiple skill areas for the broader organization. ## This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available.
Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman. ## Multiple roles are available throughout the product development lifecycle of our programs with emphasis in the following disciplines -Systems Engineering -Systems Architecture -Systems Integration & Test -Electrical Engineering -Electrical Test Engineering -Payload Systems Engineering -Radiation Engineering -Space Flight Operations -Reliability Engineering -Mission Ground Simulator Engineering -Radar Data Processing Engineering -Configuration Analysis & Configuration Data Management -Optical Engineering -RF / Microwave Engineering -Modeling & Simulation Design Engineering -Engineering Design Leadership Available positions require that the selected candidates have a strong understanding of one or more of the skills described above.
Project roles span all phases from new business acquisition and technology development to established program support. ## Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineer – Level 3 -Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5+ years of engineering experience OR -Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 3+ years of engineering experience OR -PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 1+ year(s) 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 at time of application 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. ## Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineer – Level 4 -Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 8+ years of engineering experience OR -Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 6+ years of engineering experience OR -PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 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 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. ## Preferred Qualifications for Systems Engineer – Level 3 or 4 -Master’s Degree or above in Engineering discipline -Experience working on spacecraft systems -Experience in developing, managing, and decomposing requirements -Experience in system architecture, CONOPs, and/or model-based system engineering -Experience in subsystem, payload, or system integration -Experience using DOORS and Cameo -Strong people skills -Excellent communication skills (upward and downward) ## These requisitions can be filled at a Level 3 Principal Systems Engineer or Level 4 Sr.
Principal Systems Engineer. Additionally, these positions are contingent upon the candidates 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.
Furthermore, please be aware that these positions are contingent upon capturing program award(s) and obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding. Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space . 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. #AZSpace #COSpace #NCSpace #NoVASpace #SpaceSysEngJobs #SpaceEngJobs #RollingMdwSpace Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $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
From Northrop Grumman's job posting for Dulles, VA, United States, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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