Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer 5 (AHT)

Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer 5

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.

Northrop Grumman is currently seeking a Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer 5 with extensive mathematical and domain knowledge relevant to modeling missile systems.

This position will be located at our Northridge, CA location.

Responsibilities:

• Using the simulation to assist in verifying missile system specifications, including designing scenarios for this purpose and running the simulation. At times this may include directing such activities of the other engineers.
• Live fire support via simulation, possibly including root cause analysis investigations
• Assisting with updates to the relevant environment models and sensor models.
• Troubleshooting all aspects of a 6DOF, including actual missile system algorithms exercised in the 6DOF.
• Mentoring more junior level engineers in relevant fields
• Collaborate with research scientists and systems engineers to perform system architecture characterization studies on various system components.
• Design, develop, and implement testing methods for individual pieces of equipment (both custom and COTS) and entire systems.
• Compile data and help to define changes required in testing methodology, equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, and new testing requirements.

Basic Qualifications for Staff Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer (Level 5):

• BS degree in aerospace engineering, physics, software engineering, systems engineering, or a related field is required with 12 years of experience or an MS degree in areas above with 10 years of experience is required.
• Experience specific to weapons system modeling, such as experience with sensor models, relevant environment models, and GNC.
• Experience in using 6DOF simulations for analyzing weapon system performance, including scenario creation and maintenance
• Experience developing mathematical models
• Strong background in C++
• Strong background in MATLAB or Python
• Current US Government Secret security clearance, adjudicated within the past 5 years, and ability to be cleared for SAP.

Preferred Qualifications for Staff Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer (Level 5):

• Experience with Anaconda or related tool sets.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel
• Experience with Atlassian tool suite or equivalent
• Experience in high performance computing or monte carlo simulations.
• Experience with embedded software development
• Experience in technical or team leadership
• Experience with EVMS

Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. In addition to our nearby Beautiful Mountains, Ski Resorts and Santa Barbara County.

Primary Level Salary Range: $171,000.00 - $256,400.00 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.