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Principal Radar Modeling Simulation & Analysis Systems Engineer
Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation · 🇺🇸 United States-Maryland-Baltimore
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About the role
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. Northrop Grumman Mission System’s Engineering and Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking a Principal Radar Modeling Simulation & Analysis Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be in Baltimore, MD, and is a full time on site role. What You’ll get to Do : As an integral part of our Foundational Systems Engineering department located in Linthicum, MD you will focus on accelerating the delivery of capabilities to our customers through the development and use of advanced models and simulations of platforms, sensors, weapons, and their interactions with the environment. • Utilize Modeling, Simulation, Experimentation, and Analysis (MSE&A) of advanced systems using C++ object-oriented design, advanced data structures and test-driven development. • Develop sensor simulations and verify performance against system performance • Develop analysis techniques and tools for use in verifying the simulation • Develops, integrates, and uses advanced graphical user interfaces and visualization tools. This position is contingent upon contract award, successful transfer of an active U.S Government Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP). Basic Qualification s: • Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, master's degree with 3 years of experience or Ph.D. with 1 year of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. • U.S. Citizenship is required. • An active U.S Government Secret clearance. • Ability to obtain/maintain Special Access Program (SAP) access. • Experience with domain experience in simulations of RF, EOIR, Communications or related systems. • Experience with MATLAB. Preferred Qualifications : • Active U.S Government Top Secret Clearance or higher. • Advanced degrees in Engineering, Computer Science, Applied Physics, Applied Mathematics, or a related technical field. • Experience with programming languages such as C/C++, Python, Bash or C shell scripting on the Linux and Windows computing environments. • Experience with Modeling, Experimentation, Simulation, and Analysis. • Experience with real-time simulation environments. • Experience developing and verifying radar modes. • Experience with adaptive signal processing and/or tracking systems. • Understanding of the Systems Engineering and Integration & Test processes. • Experience with Agile methodologies. Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you