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Systems Engineer - Level 4

Northrop GrummanGilbert, AZFull-time$122,800.00 - $184,200.00

This engineer will own technical execution for a mission-specific spacecraft within the Space Systems organization and serve as a key liaison among customers, engineering groups, program leadership, and launch partners. Responsibilities span system architecture, requirements and interface control, risk management, verification planning, major technical reviews, and delivery of required program documentation. The position also supports environmental and functional testing, launch-site activities, and mission operations after deployment. It is suited to an experienced systems engineering leader with spacecraft integration or operations expertise who can make technical decisions, communicate effectively, and mentor less-experienced engineers. U.S. citizenship and an active Top Secret clearance are required, with occasional travel to support mission activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 8+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent advanced-degree experienceStrong systems engineering background in architecture, requirements, interfaces, integration, testing, or operationsExperience with spacecraft or space-system integration and test, launch, or mission operationsPrior technical or project leadership experience with strong written and verbal communication skillsU.S. citizen with an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearanceAbility to lead multidisciplinary teams and support technical reviews, risk management, and mission execution
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