Sentinel - Modeling Simulation & Analysis Systems Engineer- *19200
Quick Summary
Executing trajectory simulation tools, both in 3 and 6 degrees of freedom, analyzing the results of those simulations,
T02: 2 Years with Bachelors in Science; 0 Years with Masters T03: 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S.
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 has an opening for a Systems Engineer (level 2) / Principal Systems Engineer (level 3). This role will be a vital member of the AVE Modeling and Simulation and Analysis (AVE MS&A) team responsible for AVE performance and flight assessment.
Responsibilities
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Executing trajectory simulation tools, both in 3 and 6 degrees of freedom, analyzing the results of those simulations, developing algorithms for missile targeting software
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Implementing numerical methods, as well as other missile models.
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Trajectory simulations support, but are not limited to, payload to range, post boost vehicle maneuverability, weapon system effectiveness, accuracy, vehicle environment characterization, and flight test predictions.
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Missile targeting software generates trajectory profiles to be used when carrying out the mission.
Basic Qualifications:
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T02: 2 Years with Bachelors in Science; 0 Years with Masters
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T03: 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD
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Must be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application with an investigation completed within the last 6 years
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Must have the 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
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Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis experience of Aerospace Vehicles through either professional work experience or education performing physics based simulation and analysis
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Experience with Git
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Excellent technical writing skills
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Excellent communication and organizational skills
Preferred Qualifications:
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Preferred to have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
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C++ programming experience
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Experience with mission level simulations (Red vs. Blue, e.g. ITASE, AFSIM, HLA Federations, etc.)
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Experience with missile modeling and trajectory simulation
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Proficiency with C++, MATLAB, and python
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Experience using TAOS to model trajectories
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Experience using AFSIM for mission level simulations
What We Offer
~1 min readAs a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Posted
- 7 days ago
Listing Details
- First seen
- October 8, 2026
- Last seen
- October 15, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 6
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 28%
- Scored at
- October 15, 2026
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