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Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer - Level 2 or 3

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Northrop Grumman

Colorado Springs, CO (In Person)

$104,300 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 day ago (Updated 1 hour ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/23/2026

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Job Description

Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer
  • Level 2 or 3
Job Description:
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE
Secret
TRAVEL:
Yes, 10 of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, and Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU) has an exciting career opportunity for a Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer
  • Level 2 or 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.
This position will be in Colorado Springs, CO.
Position Overview:
The Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer
  • Level 2 or 3 will support a growing portfolio of programs and IRADs that focus on missile defense, space, and intelligence and will support various modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) project teams in evaluating the mission performance of defense systems.
Essential Functions:
This position will specifically focus on the development and analysis of models and simulations utilizing the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) Framework. Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels. This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below. This requisition may be filled at either a Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer
  • Level 2 or a Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer
  • Level 3. Basic Qualifications (Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer
  • Level 2): Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline preferred with 2 years of relevant experience, or 0-2 years' experience with a Maters' Degree.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10 of the time to support business needs. Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application which is required to start. Experience using Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) to inform the development of systems along the left side of the "Systems Engineering Vee" Experience using Python, MATLAB, SQL, or related technologies to interpret complex data sets Experience reading and interpreting systems engineering models using the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) Comfortable communicating technical information to technical and non-technical customers Experience mentoring and developing junior-level engineers Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team setting Excellent written and verbal communication skills Basic Qualifications (Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer
  • Level 3): Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline preferred with 5 years of relevant experience, or 3 years' experience with a Maters' of Science degree; or a PhD and 1 year of related experience.
Ability and willingness to travel up to 10 of the time to support business needs. Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application which is required to start. Experience using Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) to inform the development of systems along the left side of the "systems engineering vee" Experience using Python, MATLAB, SQL, or related technologies to interpret complex data sets Experience reading and interpreting systems engineering models using the Systems Modeling Language (SysML) Comfortable communicating technical information to technical and non-technical customers Experience mentoring and developing junior-level engineers Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team setting Excellent written and verbal communication skills Preferred Qualifications A current active in-scope DoD Top Secret Clearance with SCI Eligibility Master's degree in Systems Engineering Experience using the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) Experience with Ansys ModelCenter Experience with SIMDIS Ability to support development of systems engineering models utilizing SysML and Cameo Experience using agile development methodologies Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Graduate Certificate
INCOSE ASEP
(or above) certification Object Modeling Group (OMG) Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP) Model Builder Fundamental Certification
Primary Level Salary Range:
$83,400.00
  • $125,200.
00
Secondary Level Salary Range:
$103,600.00
  • $155,400.
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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 northropgrumman/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Now (Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated/distributed without explicit consent of ) Now Job Info Location Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States Type Permanent Company Details Northrop Grumman 2980 Fairview Park Drive Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA northropgrumman/careers 1896 Open Jobs Available Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe....
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