Staff Engineer Systems – Global Algorithm Engineer

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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems offers an exciting career opportunity for a Staff Engineer Systems – Global Algorithm Engineer (25-235) to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. This position, located in Colorado Springs, CO, plays a vital role in our mission to support the U.S. President, Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. Relocation Assistance is not available for this position, and this role is on-site with no remote options. Position Overview: The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It serves as a crucial operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, observe the battle as it develops collectively, and dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that facilitates an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight. Additionally, C2BMC acts as a force multiplier both globally and regionally. The networks integrate and synchronize autonomous sensors and weapon systems to enhance performance. Furthermore, C2BMC is essential to all system ground and flight tests, which verify and exercise the capabilities of all current and future missile defense systems. As an Algorithm and Control Engineer, you will design, integrate, and test tracking, custody, and firing algorithm solutions, as well as develop and validate complex models and simulations. You will collaborate with a highly skilled team of systems engineering technologists and algorithm developers to support various contracts and IRADs. Essential Functions: Will be responsible for designing, integrating, and testing tracking and custody algorithm solutions for tracking and fire control products, developing and validating complex models and simulations, such as six-degree-of-freedom simulations and effects-based simulations, and evaluating system performance in complex scenarios and environments Supporting ground and flight test efforts, including Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) activities Collaborating with internal leadership and external customers to support program reviews and technical interchange meetings, and facilitating root cause analysis events to identify root causes and develop associated corrective actions Assess process and product performance, and collaborate with engineering counterparts on program activities to ensure that processes and products meet contractual requirements Oversee product development, encompassing requirements allocation, architecture, design, development, integration, testing, and acceptance of products and solutions Evaluate data to identify systemic issues and trends; provide reports to senior management Provide inputs to the QPM to ensure accurate labor estimates for ECPs and ongoing proposal efforts Engage in witness integration, test activities, and formal quality testing as needed. Conduct reviews and inspections of program artifacts and deliverables, as well as related activities, to ensure that quality requirements, processes, and standards are met Basic Qualifications: Please note your updated security clearance and IAT/relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Technology, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline from an accredited university is preferred, along with 12 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in Systems Engineering or a related field (preferred) with 10 years of experience; or a PhD in a related discipline with 8 years of experience Applicants must possess an active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is necessary to start Experience in systems analysis and Sabermetrics-like studies focused on identifying trends, improving processes, and reducing errors Software Quality Engineering and related processes, including Systems Engineering Methodologies (Model-Based and DoDAF) Basic understanding of Software Languages such as: JAVA Python Code and peer review experience Experienced reviewer of technical documentation Experienced root cause analysis practitioner Process auditing experience An advanced mathematics degree with a focus on physics Self-starter who is detail-oriented, well-organized, and capable of prioritizing and completing tasks in a dynamic and demanding environment. Strong interpersonal and conflict management skills in a diverse environment and across various disciplines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; capable of creating and delivering briefings and status reports. Preferred Qualifications: Master's Degree in Systems Engineering Graduate Certificate: Model-Based Systems Engineering (Ex, Stevens, Caltech, UCSD, USC, GWU, INCOSE cohort, etc.) Certification: INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification Certification: Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Intermediate (OCSMP - MBI) What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters growth and supports the mutual success of our people and the company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan Savings Plan Paid Time Off Education Assistance Training and Development Flexible Work Arrangements