Level 2/3 Modeling & Sim Systems Engineer - AISR&T Contingent
United States-California-San Diegomid
Systems EngineerInfrastructure & Cloud
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Key Responsibilities
Develop, integrate, and maintain system level models and simulations to support architecture trades,
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Systems EngineerInfrastructure & Cloud
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
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.
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Develop, integrate, and maintain system level models and simulations to support architecture trades, requirements analysis, and performance assessments.
- →Collaborate with systems, software, hardware, and integration teams to derive modeling needs, assumptions, and use cases.
- →Plan and execute model verification and validation activities, including defining validation criteria, identifying data sources, and comparing model outputs to test, flight, or operational data.
- →Document model assumptions, limitations, key parameters, and V&V results; communicate model credibility and appropriate use to stakeholders.
- →Use M&S results to support technical decisions, risk identification, and recommendations to program and customer leadership.
- →Support preparation and delivery of technical briefings, results summaries, and trade study findings to internal and external stakeholders.
This position may be filled at the Engineer or Principal Engineer Level based on the qualifications below.
Requirements
~3 min readAt an Engineer Level (2):
- Must have a Bachelors of Science degree in a STEM field and at least 2 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field and at least some of relevant military / professional / academic experience
At a Principal Engineer Level (3):
- Must have a Bachelors of Science degree in a STEM field and at least 5 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a Master's Degree in a STEM field and at least 3 years of relevant military / professional experience, OR a PhD and at least 1 year of relevant military / professional / academic experience
At Both Engineering Levels (2 & 3):
- Must have proficiency with one or more modeling/simulation tools or languages (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, Python, C/C++, or similar).
- Must have an active US Government Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
- Experience analyzing data and presenting results in a clear, concise manner.
- Experience in modeling and simulation and/or systems engineering on complex systems or software intensive programs.
- Experience developing and validating models for airborne ISR, mission systems, sensors, communications, or related domains.
- Experience planning and conducting model V&V, including correlation with lab, flight test, or hardware in the loop data.
- Familiarity with systems engineering practices (requirements analysis, architecture, allocation, and verification) and how M&S supports them.
- Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python/pandas, Jupyter, or similar).
- Familiarity with MBSE tools or approaches and integration of models with system architectures.
- Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work across multiple engineering disciplines.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00The 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.Location & Eligibility
Where is the job
United States-California-San Diego
On-site at the office
Who can apply
Same as job location
Listing Details
- Posted
- September 10, 2026
- First seen
- October 5, 2026
- Last seen
- October 6, 2026
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- October 6, 2026
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