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Principal Engineer Systems - SW System Engineer (ENT) (26-073)

Yesterday Colorado Springs, CO

CO Salary Range: USD 103,600.00 - 155,400.00 per year

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.Northrop Grumman Space Systems-Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Principal Engineer Systems - Software System Engineer (ENT) (26-073) to join our talented and diverse team. Based in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.
This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.
Position Overview:
The Command, Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a crucial component of the Missile Defense System. It is an essential operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations, monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations worldwide and regionally to enhance performance. C2BMC is vital for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems.
This position is for a Software Systems Engineer on the C2BMC program. The candidate will be responsible for software systems engineering deliverables for their Scrum team, including developing software products.

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Essential Functions:

Will conduct in-depth analysis and provide technical support for systems software products, including complex problem resolution, design, development, testing, operational integration, and user assistance

Support for Systems Engineering will be provided to the team that maintains, debugs, and configures related software products

Works from specifications to develop or modify applications for operating systems

Supports design, coding, benchmark testing, debugging, and documentation of programs

Collaborate with the SEIT organization to break down system requirements into well-defined software requirements

Collaborate with the SEIT organization to develop system use cases, CONOPS, and sequences

Collaborate with the SEIT organization to develop or update system external interfaces

Author or assist with proposals

Perform software design, including defining use cases and sequences at the product level

Create and maintain software designs - Algorithm Design Documents, Functional Design Documents

Basic Qualifications:

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.


A Bachelor's Degree in STEM fields such as Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related area from an accredited university, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree (preferred) in a STEM-related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related discipline with 1 year of relevant work experience

Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start

Deep understanding of systems engineering processes and principles

Proven track record of effectively implementing system engineering principles to create product solutions

Experience working in an integrated team environment with other systems, software, and specialty engineers to develop solutions

Candidates must have experience in developing large, complex systems

Experience developing systems engineering artifacts (e.g., specifications, Interface Control Documents, Use Cases, System Architecture Descriptions, Trade Studies)

Software development experience developing applications

Experience with use of common software development and management tools such as Git, Nexus, JIRA, Confluence, Maven or Gradle, and Eclipse

Understanding of standard systems engineering design artifacts, such as Use Cases and SysML diagrams

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Systems Engineering is preferred

Certification: INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification

Certification: Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Fundamental (OCSMP - MBF)

Development of command and control system applications

Experience with automated testing and pipeline development preferred

Experience developing software for Unix/Linux and Windows platforms

Experience with software integration testing, including developing automated test scripts

Strong problem-solving skills

Experience in performance modeling

Experience with build management tools and pipelines

Previous C2BMC experience

Experience working in an Agile development environment, with domain expertise in Space and Missile Defense

Proficient in systems analysis, model-based system engineering, architecture development, virtualization, containerization, and cloud computing principles.

Demonstrated experience working on large multi-site software development efforts, including external interface development

Demonstrated experience in conducting or leading Analysis of Alternatives, Trade Studies, and/or Design Evaluations

Experience in designing large command, control, and/or weapon systems

Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and MBSE tools

The successful candidate will have strong verbal and written communication skills, the ability to work independently, and the flexibility needed to thrive in a highly dynamic environment

What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that supports your growth, benefiting both employees and the company's success. The benefits are flexible and customizable, enabling you to choose options that best suit your needs and your family's. Your benefits will include the following:

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

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Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Colorado Springs, CO
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10225814
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-03-14T20:12:28

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

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