RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the Time
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems offers an excellent opportunity for a Principal Engineer Systems – Global Algorithm Engineer (25-523) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, this position plays a vital role in supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at 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 and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a crucial element of the Missile Defense System. It provides an essential operational platform that allows the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and tactical levels to systematically plan missile defense operations, monitor battle progress, and actively control networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC offers a layered missile defense capability, providing an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and locally to enhance overall performance. Additionally, C2BMC is a key component of all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the missile defense systems current and future capabilities.
As an Algorithm and Control Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, integrating, and testing tracking, custody, and firing algorithm solutions, as well as developing and validating complex models and simulations. You will collaborate with a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and algorithm developers to support various contracts and IRADs. A successful candidate has experience in systems engineering, algorithm design, systems analysis, and software engineering. The candidate has working proficiency in software languages (including Java and Python). They also have experience with algorithm design and mathematics, along with an understanding of physics, estimation, probability, statistics, and machine learning. Additionally, knowledge of numerical computation approaches and data science foundations is preferred. Strong technical writing skills are required, as all algorithms are thoroughly documented.
Essential Functions:
Experience in coding and peer reviews
Seasoned reviewer of technical documents
Seasoned root cause analysis specialist
Experience in process auditing
Degree in advanced mathematics with an emphasis on physics
Self-starter who is detail-oriented, well-organized, and able to self-prioritize and complete tasks within a dynamic and demanding environment
Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills working in a diverse environment across multiple disciplines
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of creating and delivering briefings and status reports
Experience in qualitative assessment and analysis of algorithms
Experience tuning complex algorithms
Physics (aerodynamics, astrophysics)
Experience in signal processing
Basic Qualifications:
Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
A Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, 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 field with 1 years of relevant work experience
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
Mathematical background and algorithm experience in at least one of the following:
Optimization
Machine learning
State estimation
Experience in systems analysis and Sabremetrics-like studies focused on trend identification, process improvement, and error reduction
Software Quality Engineering and related discipline processes, including Systems Engineering Methodologies (Model-Based and DoDAF)
Basic understanding of programming languages like JAVA and Python
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth, supporting both employees and the companys success. The benefits offered by Northrop Grumman are flexible, giving you control to choose options that best meet your needs and those of your family. 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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Additional Northrop Grumman Information: Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of the total system product, including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirements allocation, and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
Primary Level Salary Range: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00
The 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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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.