Sr. Principal Modeling Simulation & Analysis Systems Engineer- 18980
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Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology,
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 a Sr. Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer (level 4) to join its team. This position is 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.
Responsibilities
~1 min readAs an integral part of our AVE MS&A Horizontal Integration team on the Sentinel program you will focus on driving operational and technical efforts and initiatives across the MS&A department and broader AVE Systems Engineering & Integration organization. The duties of this job will be to integrate across the various AVE MS&A teams; Flight Analysis, Targeting, Structures and Aero/Fluids to help coordinate activities/analysis that cross these disciplines. The role will also include horizontal integration across other IPTs with in AVE, such as Guidance, Payloads, OBTE, etc. The selected candidate will be required to have ability to present difficult concepts to management and to lead integrated efforts to get results across the finish line.
Requirements
~2 min readBachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with a minimum 8 years of related experience; 6 years with a Master’s; or 4 years with a PhD
1 year of technical experiences in mechanical/aerospace product development
1 year of experience with MATLAB, Python, C++, or similar
Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope9<6 years), with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
Knowledge of Systems Engineering principles
Preferred Qualifications:
Self-starter with strong technical problem-solving skills, an aptitude for coordination across diverse teams to drive efforts to closure
Broad technical experiences in mechanical/aerospace engineering of missiles/launch vehicles
Experience in systems engineering principles including requirements development, decomposition and allocation, MBSE (CAMEO or similar)
Experience with Modeling & Simulation (M&S) verification and validation (MIL-STD 3022)
Experience with physical testing, instrumentation, Design of Experiments
Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
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.
This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Posted
- 7 days ago
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 8, 2026
- Last seen
- October 15, 2026
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