Systems Engineer/Principal Systems Engineer - 16654
Job Description
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Systems Engineer/ Principal Systems Engineer to its team. This position is in Roy, UT and will support the ICBM Sustainment program.
What you will get to do:
As a member of the ICBM-S assessment team, you will get to:
• Develop innovative approaches to analyzing weapon system data with statistics and data analysis to help sustain and maintain the Minuteman III (MMIII) weapon system
• Analyze failure and performance data across ICBM subsystems
• Develop engaging visualizations and reports to show MMIII data trends and results
• Prepare presentations and reports to brief Northrop Grumman and Air Force leadership on the status of weapon system assessment and risks
• Participate and lead risk management of weapon system parts and subsystems
• Dynamically engage with AF customers to meet their needs and provide them with needed insight for sustainment of the ICBM weapon system
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This position's standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
This position may be hired at the System Engineer or Principal Systems Engineer levels depending upon applicant qualifications.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Systems Engineer (level 2): Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of experience with bachelor's degree, or 0 years of experience with master's degree
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• 1 year of experience in Air Force or other DoD weapon system sustainment enterprise
• 1 year of experience with data analytics, automation, or coding
• 6 months of experience with ICBM, Aerospace, or DoD program that demonstrates leadership, interpersonal skills, and written/verbal communication skills
• Principal Systems Engineer (level 3): Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience with bachelor's degree, 3 years of experience with master's degree, 1 year of experience with PhD
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• 2 years of experience in Air Force or other DoD weapon system sustainment enterprise
• 2 years of experience with data analytics, automation, or coding
• 6 months of experience with ICBM, Aerospace, or DoD program that demonstrates leadership, interpersonal skills, and written/verbal communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience with Air Force's Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS)
• Experience using advanced data analytics tools to provide enhanced insight into weapon system conditions
• Experience with managing risks for a weapon system
• Experience working with government customers
• Dynamic personality for customer interactions
• Active DoD Secret clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00The 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.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking to hire a Systems Engineer/ Principal Systems Engineer to its team. This position is in Roy, UT and will support the ICBM Sustainment program.
What you will get to do:
As a member of the ICBM-S assessment team, you will get to:
• Develop innovative approaches to analyzing weapon system data with statistics and data analysis to help sustain and maintain the Minuteman III (MMIII) weapon system
• Analyze failure and performance data across ICBM subsystems
• Develop engaging visualizations and reports to show MMIII data trends and results
• Prepare presentations and reports to brief Northrop Grumman and Air Force leadership on the status of weapon system assessment and risks
• Participate and lead risk management of weapon system parts and subsystems
• Dynamically engage with AF customers to meet their needs and provide them with needed insight for sustainment of the ICBM weapon system
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This position's standard work schedule is 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
This position may be hired at the System Engineer or Principal Systems Engineer levels depending upon applicant qualifications.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
• Systems Engineer (level 2): Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of experience with bachelor's degree, or 0 years of experience with master's degree
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• 1 year of experience in Air Force or other DoD weapon system sustainment enterprise
• 1 year of experience with data analytics, automation, or coding
• 6 months of experience with ICBM, Aerospace, or DoD program that demonstrates leadership, interpersonal skills, and written/verbal communication skills
• Principal Systems Engineer (level 3): Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience with bachelor's degree, 3 years of experience with master's degree, 1 year of experience with PhD
• Must be a US Citizen with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance
• Must be able to be successfully screened for Enhanced Security Clearances, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• 2 years of experience in Air Force or other DoD weapon system sustainment enterprise
• 2 years of experience with data analytics, automation, or coding
• 6 months of experience with ICBM, Aerospace, or DoD program that demonstrates leadership, interpersonal skills, and written/verbal communication skills
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience with Air Force's Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS)
• Experience using advanced data analytics tools to provide enhanced insight into weapon system conditions
• Experience with managing risks for a weapon system
• Experience working with government customers
• Dynamic personality for customer interactions
• Active DoD Secret clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00The 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.
About Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip out customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe. Driven by a shared purpose to solve our customers’ toughest problems, our nearly 100,000 employees contribute to launching the technology of tomorrow, today.
© 2025 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.
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