Sr/Pr Spacecraft Systems Engineer (Top Secret) Space Systems (Gilbert)

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 11/3/2025 1:30:34 AM

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Current Days Open
3
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$95,300.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$142,900.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
19
First Seen
9/11/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$95,300.00 (Yearly)
11/3/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$142,900.00 (Yearly)
11/3/2025

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE 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 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 Space Systems is seeking Spacecraft Systems Engineers to support programs based in Gilbert, Arizona. Spacecraft Systems Engineers are key members of a cross-disciplinary team helping drive the design, development, integration & test, launch, and on-orbit operations of complex space systems and capabilities. As a Spacecraft Systems Engineer, you will have unique opportunities to witness and take part in the entire engineering lifecycle culminating in the on-orbit delivery of fully mission capable space vehicles to our customers! Come join our team and help us keep pushing the boundaries of what is possible. Job Responsibilities: Support program technical execution in accordance with Northrop Grumman Systems Engineering processes and best practices Perform technical planning and analyses at all levels of total system product to include concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance, and disposal Assist requirements development, allocation, and interface definition efforts As the system design matures & evolves, utilize different tools and databases to keep technical artifacts up to date and help ensure the technical baseline is maintained Play a key role in major program milestone and readiness reviews Author and provide input to program data products and other vital deliverables including Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Command & Telemetry Databases (CTDB), test plans, test procedures, and automated test scripts Help support critical test campaigns designed to exercise spacecraft functionality, measure performance, and verify survivability in the extreme launch and space environments Work directly with and communicate technical and programmatic status to program leadership and Customers Lead by example and be willing to mentor, coach, train, guide, direct and advise teammates This position can be filled at a level 3 or 4. Basic Qualifications: Principal Engineer-Level 3 Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn Bachelors Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with at least 5 years of experience; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD Previous engineering experience Must have U.S. Citizenship with active DoD Top Secret clearance at time of application Sr. Principal Engineer-Level 4 Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills and a desire to learn Bachelors Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with at least 8 years of experience; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Year with PhD Previous engineering experience Must have U.S. Citizenship with active DoD Top Secret clearance at time of application Preferred Qualifications: Electrical engineering and Integration & test experience Advanced degree in engineering, physics, or computer science Active DoD Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI Possess strong leadership qualities, as well as strong communication skills Experience working on spacecraft or aircraft systems Experience with scripting languages such as STOL, PERL, and PYTHON Experience in systems engineering to include architectural studies, technical baseline definition, requirements & interface management, hardware/software integration, and test planning & execution Experience with various technical tools such as MATLAB, STK, CORE, DOORS, or CAMEO Experience in any of the following areas is also desired: orbital mechanics, orbital debris modeling, spacecraft attitude control, power systems and modeling, avionics or digital electronics design, risk analysis, optics, communications, rocket propulsion, thermal engineering, or spacecraft integration and testing Knowledge of Launch Vehicles, System Safety, System Reliability, Contamination Control, EMI, Space Environments (Radiation, Surface Charging, etc.), and Human Factors is also desired Experience and/or training in Earned Value Management Systems The Northrop Grumman Tactical Space Division is a strategic partner specializing in commercial and classified partnerships with the design, delivery, operation and sustainment of satellites and human spacecraft. We support science and space exploration through our various partnerships, including NASAs Artemis program with the goal to return humans to the Moon in 2024 and the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) program that has discovered more than twenty confirmed plants. Recognized as an industry leader, we also develop highly specialized space and satellite components. Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. 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 Flexible Schedules (For example the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work) For more details please visit our total rewards site or chat with one of our recruiters to learn more. Link: www.northropgrumman.com/benefits Tags NGFeaturedJobs Space System AZSpace DIVSE MMIC #LI-BC1 NGIS-SSEngineering Primary Level Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $118,600.00 - $178,000.00 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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