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Systems Engineer - Level 2/3 (Top Secret Clearance)

Yesterday Dulles, VA

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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.Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer located in Dulles VA. The Systems engineer would have a general systems engineering background and experience.

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Duties/Responsibilities:
The candidate engineer may be responsible for some or all the following:

Collaborate with program IPT counterparts to develop supporting systems engineering and design artifacts
Work with technical teams to develop system architecture (behavioral, physical, logical) and associated DoDAF views, using PTC Modeler software
Help maintain requirements database in DOORS and integrate new system requirements with mission partner technology integration. Ensure requirements are properly captured and traced in system model.
Contribute to system requirements development, management, and analysis
Facilitate weekly working groups, which includes collecting agenda items, sending agenda to participants, generating meeting minutes, and disseminating to participants.
Facilitate Engineering Review Boards (ERBs) and Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), which requires communication across program IPTs and subcontractor, mission partner, and customer coordination.
This requisition may be filled at either the Systems Engineer (level 2) or Principal Systems Engineer (level 3) depending on experience and qualifications.
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in a Engineering or related STEM discipline
Minimum of 2 years (level 2) or 5 years (level 5) of relevant experience
U.S. Citizenship
Active or current Top Secret level clearance and the ability to obtain SCI level access at time of application.
1+ years of experience developing or reviewing requirements within DOORS or similar tool
1+ year experience in team environments with leadership responsibilities
1+ year experience creating, updating, and maintaining system performance documentation
Preferred Qualifications:

Well-organized, dependable, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team.
Environment focused on satisfying the customer's mission.
Should be a self-starter with the ability to learn quickly, prioritize tasking, and work with minimal supervision
Agile 101 training
Prior experience in customer-facing settings is a plus
Experience with implementing and using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools, practices, and methods
Strong understanding and broad application of complex engineering systems (engineering standards, configuration management, material review board, process control, tooling, facilities, software, etc.) for the development of complex systems of systems
Strong oral and written communication skills, including demonstrated experience with high value customer presentations, with ability to focus on multiple projects with competing priorities
Familiarity with DevSecOps and continuous integration/ continuous deployment (CI/CD) is a plus
Primary Level Salary Range: $91,000.00 - $127,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $161,000.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Dulles, VA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10215061
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-20T20:24:52

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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