Principal Engineer Systems

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 5/25/2026 10:02:43 AM

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Current Days Open
98
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$114,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$114,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
98
First Seen
2/17/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$114,000.00 (Yearly)
9/11/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$114,000.00 (Yearly)
9/11/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: 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. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact peoples lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom and democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have a lot of 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 Aerospace Systems is seeking a System Safety Engineer in Palmdale, California. The successful candidate will be assigned to develop and deliver systems safety products as required using MIL-STD-882 as guidance. Essential Functions: Assist in aircraft manufacturing and system testing. Flight line experience or working around aircraft and systems Understanding aircraft systems and processes Reviews product systems, associated support equipment and facilities, functional specifications and operations, and establishes safety requirements for assigned systems. Independently analyzes and recommends safety criteria in system design, equipment and procedures to control or eliminate hazards. Develops safety documents as required to support customer and test/operational range requirements. Performs audits of operational areas and reports effectiveness of system safety program. Participates in accident investigations involving damage to products or related facilities and assists in identification of causes and corrective actions. Evaluates the interrelationship of system safety requirements and other aspects of concept design and development requirements to ensure the most cost effective program. Basic Qualifications: Bachelors Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of engineering experience OR Masters Degree in STEM and 3 years of engineering experience. Must have a Secret Clearance to Start Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance Ability to obtain and retain Special Program access is required as condition of continued employment Willing to work various shifts based on the business needs. Able to work non-standard hours and multiple shifts on a part-time basis. Overtime, odd shifts, and weekend work will occasionally be required. Experience working around aircraft and systems within a manufacturing and test environment Experience in System Safety Engineering practices in accordance with MIL-STD-882 Process/contract compliance (e.g. DCMA1 8210.1) Preferred Qualifications: Minimum of 6 years of direct experience in a System Safety related capacity. Conducting system safety hazard analyses (i.e., PHA, FHA, SHA, SSHA, O&SHA) Implementing/developing Safety Analysis plans/reports (i.e., SSPP, SAR) Using a Hazard Tracking System (HTS) Implementing/developing of Test Hazard Analysis for flight test activities (AFTCI 91-202) Experience with facility requirements for aircraft operations (NAS 3306) Familiar with Air Force processes for mishap prevention, notification, investigation, and reporting (DoDI 6055.07, AFI 91-202, AFMAN 91-223) Requirements of fuel system servicing and maintenance (Air Force Technical Orders 00-25-172 and 1-1-3) General requirements of aircraft hangars (NFPA 409, UFC 4-211-01) Environmental requirements for electrical and electronic equipment and wiring (NFPA 70). Flight Line experience. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions. Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 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 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. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? Once logged in, click on Candidate Home in the upper right corner and scroll to the bottom of that screen to see buttons for: Update Contact information to update your legal name, address, and phone number Edit Account Settings to edit your email address We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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