Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation/Principal Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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.

Essential Functions:

Seeking experienced Modeling Simulation and Analysis Engineer to join the Campaign Analysis (CA) Program, part of Systems Analysis and Simulation (SA&S) Organization. The selected candidate will be responsible for development and analysis of campaign simulations. They will also be responsible for providing guidance on implementing best practices, tools, methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of OA and Systems Engineering processes. They will also be responsible for developing materials and presenting to internal and external stakeholders. Additional activities include:

•     Developing and implementing comprehensive test strategies, plans, procedures. Ensure compliance with program requirements, industry standards, NG processes as needed.

•     Soliciting input from various stakeholders, synthesize data, and communicate results to various levels of leadership within the organization.

•     Developing and translating CONOPs and related tactics into modeled simulation behaviors in campaign-level models

•     Delivering campaign-level analysis to solve a variety of fleet sizing and operational problems

•     Collaborating closely with cross functional teams and cross (related) programs and SA&S teams

•     Developing roadmaps and plans to support Campaign Analysis strategic objectives

•     Serving as key liaison for inquiries and communications regarding related products and services

Basic Qualifications for the Modeling Simulation and Analysis Engineer:

•     Engineer Level: 2 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree; or 0 years of relevant experience with Masters' degree;

•     Principal Engineer Level: 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor’s degree; 3 years of relevant experience with Masters' degree; or 0 years of relevant experience with PhD

•     Must be able to obtain and maintain DoD Secret clearance

•     Experience with Objected Oriented Simulation

•     Familiar with military operations analysis

•     Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

•     Ability to maintain cooperative working relationships with existing and prospective stakeholders

•     Strong communication skills to clearly present technical approaches and findings to a variety of audiences

•     Ability to prioritize and adjust tasks to accomplish project results

Preferred Qualifications for the Principal Modeling Simulation and Analyst Engineer:

•     Experience with Objected Oriented Python for Simulation

•     Experienced in Campaign-level Simulation and Modeling Analysis

•     Experienced in wargaming or virtual simulation at the campaign or mission level

•     Experience with multi-resolution conceptual model development, verification, and validation processes to develop simulations to address questions on military operations.

•     Experience with linear and non-linear optimization models and their application

•     Experience with relevant Operation Analysis Tools: AFSIM, CFAM, STORM, COSAGE

•     Familiar with team collaboration tools like Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket, Github, etc.

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

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.