Operations Systems Engineer - 2 /3 (Aurora CO)

Northrop Grumman

Last Updated: 4/14/2026 4:06:23 PM

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Current Days Open
8
Reqs Seen
2
Current Min Salary
$91,800.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$137,600.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
6.5
First Seen
4/7/2026
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$91,800.00 (Yearly)
4/19/2026
Highest Max Salary Seen
$137,600.00 (Yearly)
4/19/2026

Full Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph 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. Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grummans Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) sector is seeking an is seeking an Operations Mission Engineer - 2/3 to support the operations of a 24x7 critical system located at a field site located in Aurora, CO. **Please note this role can be filled at either level 2 or 3** This position will include a comprehensive, 10 week training course intended to provide street to seat knowledge of a complex operational system of systems. At the completion of this training, the employee will perform a set of 12 hour crew shifts and complete and on-the-job (OJT) checklist to become a certified Senior System Controller (SSC). The Site Operations team is seeking an engineer who will be responsible for the following: Development of products and CONOPs for the 24x7 operation of a mission critical system Troubleshooting of real world operations issues Trending of operational data and simulation of products and CONOPs prior to transition to operations Returning systems to an operational state, ensuring the health and safety of the systems while maximizing mission availability Review or development of standard operating procedures that are executed real time on the operational system for standard events and anomaly recoveries Developing scripts and products to automate the operations of complex systems Develop suites of operational products for newly delivered systems Ability and willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts which will be scheduled 5:30am to 5:30pm and 5:30pm to 5:30am 4 days on, 4 days off including weekends and holidays rotating days and nights. Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts Basic Qualifications for a level 2: Bachelors Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) plus 2 years of engineering experience OR a Masters Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) plus 0 years of engineering experience. Experience in Linux Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI Access and complete a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start date Basic Qualifications for a level 3: Bachelors Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) plus 5 years of engineering experience OR a Masters Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) plus 3 years of engineering experience. Proven leadership experience on a project and/or team. Experience in Linux Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI Access and complete a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start date Preferred Qualifications: Ability to work as an effective member of a badgeless team, be self-motivated, and work under general direction while independently determining and developing approaches to solutions Ability and willingness to work rotating 12-hour shifts, 4 days on, 4 days off including weekends and holidays Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00 Secondary 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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