Northrop Grumman Australia · 4 months ago
Staff Engineer Systems – X-Lab Chief Scientist (Top Secret Clearance)
United States-Colorado-Schriever AFB
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff
$155K/yr - $233K/yr
8+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company seeking a Staff Engineer Systems – X-Lab Chief Scientist. The role involves advancing technical capabilities in missile defense projects, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and providing thought leadership while solving complex problems to support national defense initiatives.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
An adaptable professional who thrives in fast-paced, dynamic environments with changing priorities
A collaborative team member capable of working seamlessly within multidisciplinary teams while providing leadership, initiative, and innovation
Superior written and verbal communication skills to effectively articulate technical challenges and solutions to diverse audiences, including program leaders and government stakeholders
Extensive experience working with the missile defense kill-chain, including missile kinematics, aero and orbital dynamics, track processing, and modeling & analysis
Ability to conduct trade studies, develop courses of action, and assist with technology roadmaps and experiment planning
Proven ability to quickly integrate with technical teams and work independently or as a task leader
Qualification
Required
A Bachelor's Degree in STEM fields such as Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline from an accredited university is preferred, along with 12 years of relevant work experience; or a Master's degree (preferred) in a STEM-related field with 10 years of relevant experience; or a PhD in a related field with 8 years of relevant experience
Applicants must possess a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the eligibility to be cleared at SCI clearance
Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% to support business needs are required
Proven ability to take initiative and offer technical thought leadership, even in uncertain situations or without specific requirements or guidance
Proficiency with MATLAB and similar programming languages such as Python, Perl, Bash, Mathematica, and JavaScript
Fluency in Linux environments, including shell scripting (bash, csh)
Familiarity with basic computer networking concepts (UDP, TCP/IP, network boundaries, firewalls)
Knowledge of C2BMC suite architecture and scripted automation tools (e.g., Ansible, Kubernetes)
Experience with Monte Carlo analysis, statistical regression, and other analytical techniques
Functional familiarity with modeling languages such as SysML or UML
Strong math and physics foundation, including proficiency in probability and statistics, linear algebra, and calculus
Preferred
Master's Degree in Systems Engineering is highly preferred
Graduate Certificate: Model-Based Systems Engineering (Ex, Stevens, Caltech, UCSD, USC, GWU, INCOSE cohort, etc.)
Certification: INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification
Certification: Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Intermediate (OCSMP - MBI)
Strong analytical background and experience with ballistic missile defense programs and domains, including participation in Ground Test and Flight Test campaigns
Experience with C2BMC systems or ballistic missile defense technologies
Benefits
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
Company
Northrop Grumman Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase