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Qualifications
To be successful you should have a strong background in systems engineering and architecture, with expertise in the development and operation of ground segments for space systems
Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
Knowledge of satellite communications and system operations
Experience writing and presenting technical information to customers and executive management
Experience leading requirement development/testing/verification
Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) field from an accredited university with 14+ years' experience (OR a Master's Degree with 12+ years' experience or a PhD with ++ years.)
Experience can be considered in lieu of degree
Experience with Agile development
Experience using the DOORS Requirements Management Database
Experience working with Atlassian tool suite (i.e
JIRA, Confluence, etc.)
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance and ability to obtain and maintain program access at the time of application
Benefits
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedules (For example the ability to work a +/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work)
Salary Range: $171,000 - $256,400
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 candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions
Employees may be eligible for 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
Responsibilities
Location: Dulles, Virginia, United States of America
Shift: Days (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
In this role, you will be responsible for leading the overall architectural design on a funded study effort that stems from system requirements, decomposed across multiple levels aimed to represent the ground capabilities that have a major impact on the mission
You will be interfacing directly with the Software, Operations, Integration and Test teams, as well as program leadership to define and maintain the technical baseline
Lead the development of the overall ground segment architecture, interfaces, and operational concepts
Develop and maintain the ground segment technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives
Work closely with program management, systems engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure the ground segment architecture meets program requirements
Drive the program through maturity and milestones to achieve the overall mission
Lead in the facilitation of technical meetings to establish the future state of the ground segment architecture
Collaborate with industry partners and other stakeholders to identify new technologies and capabilities for the ground segment
Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customer counterparts
Communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings at technical and program reviews and boards
Deliver presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders
The Northrop Grumman Tactical Space Division is a strategic partner specializing in commercial and classified partnerships with the design, delivery, operation and sustainment of satellites and human spacecraft
Job description
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Requisition ID: R1018115+
• Category: Engineering
• Location: Dulles, Virginia, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Top Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: Days (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1

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 is seeking a Ground Segment Software Architect to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within the Tactical Division. This technical role is located in Dulles, VA.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading the overall architectural design on a funded study effort that stems from system requirements, decomposed across multiple levels aimed to represent the ground capabilities that have a major impact on the mission. You will be interfacing directly with the Software, Operations, Integration and Test teams, as well as program leadership to define and maintain the technical baseline. To be successful you should have a strong background in systems engineering and architecture, with expertise in the development and operation of ground segments for space systems.

This position is responsible for the following:
• Lead the development of the overall ground segment architecture, interfaces, and operational concepts
• Develop and maintain the ground segment technical roadmap, ensuring alignment with program goals and objectives
• Work closely with program management, systems engineering, and other stakeholders to ensure the ground segment architecture meets program requirements
• Drive the program through maturity and milestones to achieve the overall mission
• Lead in the facilitation of technical meetings to establish the future state of the ground segment architecture
• Collaborate with industry partners and other stakeholders to identify new technologies and capabilities for the ground segment
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including customer counterparts
• Communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings at technical and program reviews and boards
• Deliver presentations to customers, executive management and other program stakeholders

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To be successful in this role you should have:
• Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
• Knowledge of satellite communications and system operations
• Experience writing and presenting technical information to customers and executive management
• Experience leading requirement development/testing/verification

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) field from an accredited university with 14+ years' experience (OR a Master's Degree with 12+ years' experience or a PhD with ++ years.) Experience can be considered in lieu of degree
• Experience with Agile development
• Experience using the DOORS Requirements Management Database
• Experience working with Atlassian tool suite (i.e. JIRA, Confluence, etc.)
• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance and ability to obtain and maintain program access at the time of application

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (SysML/UML) concepts to support architecture design/development
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
• Ability to resolve conflict and negotiate with positive outcome while maintaining good relationships with customers

The Northrop Grumman Tactical Space Division is a strategic partner specializing in commercial and classified partnerships with the design, delivery, operation and sustainment of satellites and human spacecraft. We support science and space exploration through our various partnerships, including NASA's Artemis program with the goal to return humans to the Moon in 2024 and the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) program that has discovered more than twenty confirmed plants. Recognized as an industry leader, we also develop highly specialized space and satellite components.

Northrop Grumman Offers a Competitive And Robust Benefits Program.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

Medical

Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Flexible Schedules (For example the ability to work a +/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work)

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Salary Range: $171,000 - $256,400

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 candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, ****** orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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