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The Payload and Ground Systems Division at Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSS) is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Systems Engineer in support of the Protected Tactical SATCOM - Resilient (PTS) program. Built in partnership with the U.S. Space Force's Space Systems Command, the company's PTS-R system will deliver a modular, flexible and scalable system that offers a path toward fielding a next-generation anti-jam, protected tactical satellite communications architecture. Northrop Grumman's system provides a tailor-made dependable communications pathway for each user capable of fighting through adversaries' attempts to disrupt connections. The position will be 100% on site in Redondo Beach, CA.
The ideal candidate will develop and implement Mission Operations Center (MOC) systems and network designs. In addition to leading the development, integration, and optimization of operational systems, focusing on designing robust and scalable network architectures that support mission-critical operations. This role requires a deep understanding of systems engineering principles, network technologies, and mission operations workflows.
What You'll Get To Do:
As a Senior Systems Engineer on this team, you will define, develop, decompose, analyze, allocate, verify, and validate requirements for Mission Operation Centers (MOC). You will conduct system performance and functional analysis, interface definition, risk identification and mitigation, system integration and compatibility analysis. You will define and maintain the technical baseline and documentation. Ultimately, it is your responsibility to drive the program through maturity and milestones to achieve the mission.
This position may be filled at either Principal Systems Engineer or higher grade based on the qualifications listed below.
Position is contingent on award.
Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal CySystems Engineer:

8 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; 6 years of relevant experience with a Masters' degree; 4 years of relevant experience with a PhD
Basic Qualifications:

Active Secret Clearance at time of application
* Experience with Mission Operation Centers (MOC).
* Experience with Network Designs. Experience with designing and managing, high-performance network infrastructures, including LAN, WAN, and cloud integration.
* Perform trade studies and system analysis to evaluate design options and recommend optimal solutions.
* Support the development of detailed technical documentation, including interface control documents (ICDs), requirements specifications and network diagrams.
* Proven expertise in network design, including LAN/WAN architecture, routing, switching, firewalls, and protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF)
* Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
* Direct experience using the DOORS Requirements Management Database
* Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering languages (SysML/UML) and concepts
* Demonstrated experience quickly learning new concepts and approaches
Preferred Qualifications:

Understanding of Ground System architecture including Spacecraft Command and Control (C2), TT&C, and industry establishments (FORGE, EGS, Cornerstone, Raptor).
* Experience with Agile development
* Effective communication and presentation skills
* Excellent technical writing and team building skills
* Active DoD Top Secret and/or SCI clearance
Salary Range: $110,300 - $165,500
Salary Range 2: $137,400 - $206,000
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.