Staff Systems Engineer - Systems Analyst (26-348) (Huntsville)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 an excellent opportunity for a Staff Systems Engineer – Systems Analyst (26-348) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based in Huntsville, AL, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.Position Overview:The C2BMC program is a vital element of the Missile Defense System, offering a crucial operational platform that allows the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and Combatant Commanders at various levels to plan missile defense strategies, monitor ongoing operations, and control networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission goals. It provides a layered missile defense response that adapts across all ranges and flight phases, acting as a force multiplier by integrating and synchronizing sensors and weapon systems worldwide and locally to maximize performance. C2BMC also plays a key role in testing the missile defense system's current and future capabilities. The ideal candidate will collaborate with the C2BMC Regional Applications Analysis team and the Chief Analyst. We seek a strategic thinker with strong technical skills, a track record of impactful analysis programs, and a passion for strengthening U.S. missile defense for this significant position.Essential Functions:Define and execute the analytical roadmap for C2BMC software verification, validation, and performance optimization across development, testing, and operational phasesLead complex, multidisciplinary root-cause investigations into software behavior, sensor/weapon integration anomalies, and emergent system-of-systems issuesDevelop corrective action plans and monitor resolution progressServe as the primary liaison among C2BMC engineers, DoD senior leaders, test ranges, and external partnersFacilitate technical reviews, briefing packages, and decision-making forumsGuide and support junior analysts and software engineers as a mentor and coachEstablish best-practice standards for data analytics, model-based systems engineering, and reproducible researchCoordinate analysis deliverables with missile defense acquisition milestonesContribute to Integrated Product Teams and capture technical risk metrics for program reportingBasic 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, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Applied Mathematics, Physics, or a STEM-related field from an accredited university, along with 12 years of experience; or a Master’s degree (preferred) in a related field with 10 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related discipline with 8 years of relevant work experienceApplicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start, with the ability to obtain Top Secret clearanceWillingness to travel 10% of the time for business needsRequires progressive experience in systems analysis, software verification, or model-based analysis of complex defense-grade C2, sensor, or weapon systemsDemonstrated success in delivering authoritative analysis reports for large-scale, real-time systems, covering performance, reliability, and functional behaviorProficient in MATLAB at an expert level or in similar languages like Python (NumPy, Pandas, Matplotlib)Excellent analytical abilities and the ability to clearly present complex technical concepts to engineers, stakeholders, and customersKnowledge of systems and software engineering processes, principles, and lifecyclesMastery of Linux command line, Bash scripting, and CI/CD pipelines (GitLab and Jenkins)Excellent written and verbal communication skillsComfortable briefing senior DoD officials, executives, and technical peersDemonstrated mentorship of junior staff and the ability to influence decisions in a fast-paced environmentPreferred Qualifications:Applicants with a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret security clearance at the time of application are highly preferredMaster’s Degree in Systems Engineering is highly preferredGraduate Certificate: Model-Based Systems Engineering (Ex: Stevens, Caltech, UCSD, USC, GWU, INCOSE cohort, etc)Certification: INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) CertificationCertification: Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Intermediate (OCSMP - MBI)Extensive experience in missile defense battle management architectures, IR/RF sensor tracking, intercept modeling, and space domain awarenessStrong mathematical background in probability theory, stochastic processes, control theory, and multibody dynamicsExperience working within Agile Scrum frameworks.Hands-on experience with JIRA, Confluence, and secure DevSecOps practicesLed development of automated assessment suites for real-time C2 software, including hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) environmentsDesigned reusable analysis libraries, parsers, and data ingestion pipelines using Python, MATLAB, or JavaContributed to DoD-approved or open-source toolsetsExpertise in object-oriented design, design patterns, and performance-tuned SQL/NoSQL database queriesAdvanced data science skills, including statistical modeling, time-series analysis, machine learning, and interactive visualization (e.g., Plotly, D3.js)Publications, technical reports, or patents about missile defense analytics, C2 architecture, or advanced data analysis techniquesWhat We Can Offer You:Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that encourages your growth, benefiting both employees and the company. The benefits are flexible and customizable, enabling you to choose options that suit your individual and family needs. Your benefits will include the following:Health PlanSavings PlanPaid Time OffEducation AssistanceTraining and DevelopmentFlexible Work Arrangements#NGSpace#COSpace#NGFeaturedJobs#C2BMCPrimary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00The 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.SummaryLocation: United States-Alabama-HuntsvilleType: Full time