Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Coordinate across engineering disciplines to ensure system requirements and designs are clearly defined and captured.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to decompose requirements, support technical trade studies, and guide design decisions.
• Apply MBSE methodologies and tools, and create or update specifications and Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM) in DOORS.

Basic Qualifications — Principal Systems Design Engineer

• BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Physics or a STEM field with 5 years of related experience; OR MS degree in STEM field with 3 years of related experience; OR PhD in STEM field with 1 year of related experience
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Experience in creating and delivering technical presentations
• Working knowledge of DOORS and/or Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods and tools such as Cameo or similar tools
• Candidate must be a US Citizen
• Current Active Secret Clearance with additional customer specified clearance

Basic Qualifications — Sr Principal Systems Design Engineer

• BS degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, Physics or a STEM field with 8 years of related experience; OR MS degree in STEM field with 6 years of related experience; OR PhD in STEM field with 4 years of related experience
• Demonstrated analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Experience in creating and delivering technical presentations
• Working knowledge of DOORS and/or Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods and tools such as Cameo or similar tools
• Candidate must be a US Citizen
• Current Active Secret Clearance with additional customer specified clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working on Agile teams with awareness of cost and schedule constraints
• Experience decomposing requirements for DoD-based platforms or systems
• Specialty knowledge in EOIR systems, sensors, optics, antenna design, direction finding, geolocation, or threat analysis
• Hands-on experience with MATLAB and Python
• Proficiency with RF-CAD tools such as ANSYS HFSS, CST Microwave Studio, or Keysight ADS
• Advanced knowledge of DSP techniques, Software Defined Radio platforms, and FPGA-based RF prototyping
• Demonstrated expertise in SysML modeling and MBSE tools (e.g., IBM Rational DOORS, Enterprise Architect, Cameo) with ability to develop and maintain system models, traceability matrices, and verification artifacts
• Hands-on experience applying AI/ML to RF classification, spectrum analysis, or adaptive beamforming
• Experience supporting DoD programs during EMD and/or LRIP phases
• Experience collaborating on projects that span hardware, software, and firmware
• Top Secret security clearance

Technologies

• MBSE
• DOORS
• Cameo
• IBM Rational DOORS
• Enterprise Architect
• MATLAB
• Python
• ANSYS HFSS
• CST Microwave Studio
• Keysight ADS

Salary

Primary level salary range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00 per year

Secondary level salary range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00 per year

The above salary ranges are general guidelines; final offers consider the scope of the role, candidate experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.

Benefits

• Overtime eligibility
• Shift differential
• Discretionary bonus
• Annual bonuses
• Long Term Incentives
• Health insurance coverage
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• PTO for vacation and/or personal business

Relocation Assistance

• Relocation assistance may be available

Clearance Required for Start

Yes

Clearance Type

SAP

Travel

Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Northrop Grumman offers employees the chance to work on ground-breaking systems with global impact. The company has a storied history of technological leadership, from early aviation milestones to modern defense systems, and seeks talent with bold ideas and a pioneering spirit to contribute to mission-critical programs.

We are seeking capable, capable, and motivated team contributors at the Rolling Meadows site. Our portfolio spans advanced sensing technologies and state-of-the-art targeting and tracking systems deployed in EOIR and RF Electronic Warfare platforms. These systems are designed, developed, integrated, and tested by the team to safeguard the lives of U.S. and allied warfighters now and in the future.

Application Period

The application window is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, subject to adjustment based on business needs and candidate availability.