Sr Principal Engineer Systems (26-021 and 26-022)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Colorado Springs
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: 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—Missile Defense Integration offers excellent opportunities for two (2) Sr Principal Engineer Systems (26-021 and 26-022) to join our team of talented and diverse professionals. Based in Colorado Springs, CO, or Huntsville, AL, these roles are essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options. Position Overview: The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, monitor the battle collectively, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations globally and regionally, thereby improving performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate current and future missile defense system capabilities. This role involves performing various responsibilities, primarily concentrating on the early stages (concept, requirements, and design) of the Systems-Engineering Development Lifecycle. Essential Functions: Lead the development of new system concepts by transforming stakeholder needs, gathered through documentation and solicitation, into easily reviewable technical approaches Perform requirements elicitation and decomposition using behavioral artifacts such as use cases , activity diagrams , and sequence diagrams to convey understanding of the required behaviors and the system's performance under development Lead the development of physical and logical system models that capture the system under development, using Model-Based Systems Engineering ( MBSE ) approaches and tools Lead system interface development, as documented in Interface Control Documents ( ICDs ) and Interface Design Descriptions ( IDDs ), by converting system and interface requirements into message-level details sufficient to coordinate interface development Support formal and informal engineering technical reviews Create, review, and critique interface documents, system requirements, verification documentation, architectural documentation, and engineering estimates Interface with key stakeholders, including the MDA customer and working-level counterparts, as needed Participate in Agile development planning and execution , including iteration planning and status reporting Work will be carried out as part of an Agile Scrum team, guided by a Team Lead who reports to the C2BMC Regional Systems Engineering Manager Work will be performed in a closed area with no remote work options Basic Qualifications: Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. A Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 8 years of experience; or a Master’s degree ( preferred ) in a STEM -related field with 6 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related STEM discipline with 4 years of relevant work experience Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start Willingness to travel up to 10% for business needs Preferred Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering is highly preferred Certification : INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification Certification : Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Fundamental (OCSMP – MBF) Candidates for this role should ideally possess some or all of the following preferred qualifications: Systems Engineer with 9 years of experience working in an integrated team environment with other systems engineers, developing solutions across all aspects of the Systems Engineering Development Lifecycle Demonstrated experience in all responsibilities of this role Experience regularly interacting with the customer, specifically in eliciting customer needs and requirements Experience working with one or more components of the Missile Defense System Experience with one or more elements involved in Space Defense, Space Domain Awareness, or other Space Missions Experience with complex Command and Control Systems, especially those with extensive networking capabilities Experience performing many of the responsibilities of this position, with a particular focus on concept development and requirements decomposition Experience with using MBSE approaches and tools (e.g., Cameo) Experience working on tasks where failure to achieve good results typically results in program delays and wasted expenditure of resources Ability to clearly and concisely communicate (written and verbal) with others, present technical content, and receive critical feedback Ability to support short-notice and/or urgent tasks without a loss of efficiency What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits available at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan Savings Plan Paid Time Off Education Assistance Training and Development Flexible Work Arrangements https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx NGSpace COSpace NGFeaturedJobs C2BMC Colorado pay band: $129,300 - $193,900 Huntsville pay band : $135,800 - $203,600 Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00 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.

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