Sentinel - SMT Project Systems Engineer 3/4 - 3756-1*

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an SMT Project Engineer (Principal Systems Engineer/ Sr. Principal Systems Engineer) in support of the Sentinel program. This opening may be in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel Program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure. 

What you will get to do:

Specific duties to include, but are not limited to the following:

• Reports to the SMT Lead
• Maintaining SMT Battle Rhythm through cross-functional integration
• Supplier facing integration between NG team & Major Subsystems Subcontractor
• Being a CAM and/or Work Package Lead to the respective subcontractor scope of work
• Integration between NG Global Supply Chain and NG Engineering teams for Engineering Change Proposals
• Coordinating between Systems Engineering, PM&P Engineering, Software Engineering, Design Engineering, - Mission Assurance / Quality, and program management.

Lead on Change Requests throughout SMT Life Cycle:

• Coordination between SMT RE and internal NG Stakeholders for defining requirements of change
• Identifying correct subcontractor baseline documentation to flow change requests to
• Creation of TRB/CCB package for baseline control and RFP approval
• Coordinating with Subcontracts on RFP generation
• Coordinating with subcontractor and NG Global Supply Chain on Proposal Submission to NG
• CCB Package Approval Negotiation Ceiling Budget
• Coordinating with SMT RE for Tech Eval post Proposal receipt
• Coordinating with PCAR team and GSC for initial offer generation
• Coordinating with GSC and subcontractor for negotiation timeline
• Supporting contract mod negotiations with Subcontractor

This position may be hired at the Principal Systems Engineer or Sr. Principal Systems Engineer levels depending upon applicant qualifications.

Basic Qualifications:  

Principal Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 5 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 3 years of experience with Master's degree, 0 years of experience with PhD
• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years
• Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• 2 years of experience with engineering, manufacturing, and development life cycle.
• 2 years of experience with Microsoft suite of tools (Powerpoint, excel, word, etc.)
• Ability to understand engineering challenges, coordinate with NG Engineering team in identifying paths for resolution, and driving engineering execution
• Ability to take complex technical challenges and decomposing the information into chart packages to brief to program management & leadership team

Sr. Principal Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 8 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 6 years of experience with Master's degree, 4 years of experience with PhD
• Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years
• Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• 4 years of experience with engineering, manufacturing, and development life cycle.
• 4 years of experience with Microsoft suite of tools (Powerpoint, excel, word, etc.)
• Ability to understand engineering challenges, coordinate with NG Engineering team in identifying paths for resolution, and driving engineering execution
• Ability to take complex technical challenges and decomposing the information into chart packages to brief to program management & leadership team

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Experience with subcontractors on DoD programs
• Experience with cost plus DoD contracts
• CAM or Earn Value Management System (EVMS) experience
• Experience with CAMEO/Model Based Systems Engineering, DOORs, or CPLM systems
• Experience with Software engineering and development of software through the Software AGILE life-cycle process

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position's standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.