Staff Systems Engineer - Modeling Simulation & Analysis - 20144

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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. 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. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Systems Engineer - Modeling, Simulation & Analysis (level 5) to join its team. This position is in Huntsville, AL.     What you will get to do:   Primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to: • Support development and integration of physics-based predictive models and simulation frameworks for cruise-missile accuracy performance. • Conduct maturation, validation, and verification of accuracy error models using ground- and flight-test data. • Perform post-flight estimation and analysis of missile accuracy, producing technical reports and executive-level presentations. • Develop and trace requirements for modeling, simulation, and analysis tools; manage change-request and Engineering Review Board (ERB) processes. • Support agile development practices using Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) to manage tasks and deliverables. • Support mission-effectiveness trade-studies and recommend alternative architecture solutions.   The ideal candidate is a team player; but also, a strong independent contributor with strong leadership skills, demonstrated problem-solving skills, excellent communication skills, as well as interpersonal and organizational skills and a proactive, detail-oriented approach.     Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 12 Years with bachelor’s in science; 10 Years with masters; 8 Years with PhD. • Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years. • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. • 5 years of demonstrated experience with physics-based mathematical modeling and simulation. • 5 years of experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python, C++/C#, SQL, MATLAB, R) Preferred Qualifications: • Active DoD Top Secret Clearance. • Outstanding skills in building rapport and interfacing with external team partners and customers. • Proactive self-starter capable of identify