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Northrop Grumman
Systems Engineer - Optical Level 3/4
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What they do
An Optical or Laser Engineer researches and develops technology that uses the science of light (optics). Optical technology includes fiber optic cables, which enable high-speed internet connections across long distances, and lasers, which can be used to make very small incisions and measurements. Works closely with scientists and engineers from other fields on advances in technology.
$126,553 / year median in Arizona
-1% projected decline
Job Description
Systems Engineer
- Optical Level 3/4 Northrop Grumman
- 4.0 Chandler, AZ Job Details $98,400
- $184,200 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Requirements specification Requirements design Optics Requirements analysis Requirements management Full Job Description
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Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
NoCLEARANCE TYPE
None 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.
- Level 3/4 with focus in the Electro-Optical / Infrared Systems, located in Chandler, AZ.
Job Summary and Responsibilities:
The candidate should possess strong technical problem solving, written and verbal communication skills to generate and document system level interceptor requirements, perform vehicle performance assessments and participate in system level verification/data review activities. Creates new system requirements and manages requirement changes in the Requirements Management databases working effectively with IPT leaders and team members. The candidate should possess a strong resolve to drive tasks to completion autonomously and possess demonstrated mentoring/training skills. Creates and manages both original and revised specification/interface definition documents and coordinates document approval through peer review and signature process. Support risk management (identifies potential risk) and trade study processes. Manages aspects of system design, analyses, interface verification, testing, minor failure/anomaly resolution or mission operations. Participates in the creation of and manages changes to system or subsystem analytical models. Interface with IPT engineering staff as required. Candidate will facilitate the development and execution of technical reviews for the program such as SRR, PDR, and CDR This position may be offered at the Principal Level 3 or Sr. Principal Level 4. Salary- Level 3 $98,400
- $147,600 Salary
- Level 4 $122,800
- $184,200 Basic Qualifications
- Level 3 Requires BS in Engineering, preferably in Optical Engineering, with a minimum of 5 years related experience or Masters Degree with 3 years of related experience. Basic Qualifications
- Level 4 Requires BS in Engineering, preferably in Optical Engineering, with a minimum of 8 years related experience or Masters Degree with 6 years of related experience.
Common Basic Qualifications:
Systems Engineering Experience with EO/IR Tracking Systems Can perform line of sight and other performance analyses of optical payload systems Understanding of EO/IR Error Factors and allocation of EO/IR Error Budget Experience with requirements decomposition and allocation U.S. Citizenship is required Must have the ability to obtain a U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance Strong oral and written communication skillsPreferred Qualifications:
Active US DoD Secret security clearance, or higher. Willingness to work fast paced development programs Ability to travel is required Experience leading within an IPT organization as a lead or a SME Experience with Systems Engineering fundamentals such as requirements management, verification, and design review execution Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector?Click the link below:
https://www.northropgrumman.com/space Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range:
$98,400.00- $147,600.
Secondary Level Salary Range:
$122,800.00- $184,200.