Systems Engineer - Optical - Level 3/4

Northrop Grumman

Chandler, Arizona, United States
$98,400 - $147,600 (level 3); $122,800 - $184,200 ...
On-site
Electro-optical / infrared systems
System level interceptor requirements
Vehicle performance assessments
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer - Level 3/4 for their Glide Phase Interceptor program in Chandler, Arizona. The role requires strong technical skills in Electro-Optical/Infrared systems and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits

Job Summary

  • The candidate will support the Glide Phase Interceptor (GPI) program with a focus in Electro-Optical / Infrared Systems.
  • Responsibilities include generating and documenting system level interceptor requirements, performing vehicle performance assessments, and participating in system level verification/data review activities.
  • Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help employees thrive at work and in life.

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Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer - Level 3/4 for their Glide Phase Interceptor program in Chandler, Arizona. The role requires strong technical skills in Electro-Optical/Infrared systems and offers a competitive salary along with comprehensive benefits.

Salary

$98,400 - $147,600 (Level 3); $122,800 - $184,200 (Level 4)

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Electro-Optical / Infrared Systems
  • System Level Interceptor Requirements
  • Vehicle Performance Assessments
  • System Level Verification/Data Review
  • Requirements Management
  • Risk Management and Trade Study Processes
  • System Design Analysis
  • Interface Verification
  • Testing and Failure Resolution
  • Analytical Models
  • Technical Reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR)

Nice-to-have

  • Pioneering and inventive spirit
  • Intellectual curiosity and cognitive diversity
  • Drive tasks to completion autonomously
  • Mentoring and training skills
  • Fast-paced development programs

Key Requirements

  • BS in Engineering (Optical Engineering preferred) with 5+ years experience or Masters with 3+ years experience (Level 3)
  • BS in Engineering (Optical Engineering preferred) with 8+ years experience or Masters with 6+ years experience (Level 4)
  • Systems Engineering Experience with EO/IR Tracking Systems
  • Perform line of sight and other performance analyses of optical payload systems
  • Understanding of EO/IR Error Factors and allocation of EO/IR Error Budget
  • Experience with requirements decomposition and allocation
  • U.S. Citizenship is required
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance

Work Rights

Secret clearance required

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