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Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Engineer - 17395 with Security Clearance
Northrop GrummanHuntsville, AL🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Jul 2026
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Salary
$98.4k - $147.6k/yr
Work Type
Hybrid
Schedule
Employee
Level
Leader
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Engineer / Senior Principal Systems Engineer. This position is located in Roy, UT, Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL. This candidate will join the Sentinel Systems Engineering, Integration, & Test (SEIT) team. What You'll Get to Do: * Demonstrate strong leadership and foundational systems engineering skills to drive rigor, traceability, and architectural context needed to craft an MSSOWT that is clear, verifiable, and aligned with the overall program objectives.
* Demonstrate ability to foster diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement, including mentoring and coaching.
* Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Provide critical, actionable feedback on system designs as well as giving regular status updates to program leadership. Basic Qualifications This requisition may be filled at either the Principal Systems Engineer level (T-03) or Senior Principal Systems Engineer level (T-04). * Principal Systems Engineer: 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 with a PhD.
* Senior Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 Years of related experience; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD.
* Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years Other Basic Qualifications: * Experience in System Engineering Principals (including acquisition and MBSE)
* Proficient in using Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, Power Point
* Proficient in using DOORS (including Change Proposals), Jira, and Confluence
* Experience resolving issues and providing technical support
* Capable of working with minimal direction and in team environments
* Experience working with internal customers outside of your own group.
* Familiarity with SDRL and DID structures
* Familiarity with Compliance documentation
* Experience with Agile Preferred Qualifications * Experience working with external customers to meet program expectations in a timely and efficient manner
* Experience using DXL
* Teamcenter/CPLM experience
* Experience with PrOP writing or governance
* Direct involvement in drafting or reviewing statements of work, contracts, or procurement documents 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 a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. #Sentinelsystems Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00 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.
* Demonstrate ability to foster diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement, including mentoring and coaching.
* Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Provide critical, actionable feedback on system designs as well as giving regular status updates to program leadership. Basic Qualifications This requisition may be filled at either the Principal Systems Engineer level (T-03) or Senior Principal Systems Engineer level (T-04). * Principal Systems Engineer: 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 with a PhD.
* Senior Principal Systems Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 Years of related experience; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD.
* Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance with an investigation date within the last 6 years Other Basic Qualifications: * Experience in System Engineering Principals (including acquisition and MBSE)
* Proficient in using Microsoft (MS) Word, Excel, Power Point
* Proficient in using DOORS (including Change Proposals), Jira, and Confluence
* Experience resolving issues and providing technical support
* Capable of working with minimal direction and in team environments
* Experience working with internal customers outside of your own group.
* Familiarity with SDRL and DID structures
* Familiarity with Compliance documentation
* Experience with Agile Preferred Qualifications * Experience working with external customers to meet program expectations in a timely and efficient manner
* Experience using DXL
* Teamcenter/CPLM experience
* Experience with PrOP writing or governance
* Direct involvement in drafting or reviewing statements of work, contracts, or procurement documents 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 a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. #Sentinelsystems Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00 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.
Skills
Agile
Confluence
HTTP
Jira
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