Associate/ Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation (Space/Satellite Systems)

$72,000 - $98,000/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Dulles, VA

Full-time - Entry Level

Dulles, VA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Associate/Engineer Systems Modeling Simulation position at Northrop Grumman involves developing spacecraft simulation software and models to support various projects within the Tactical Space Systems organization. The role requires collaboration with other engineering disciplines to integrate and validate space vehicle modeling and simulation, and it is primarily performed in a secure facility (SCIF) in Dulles, Virginia. The position can be filled at either the Associate Engineer or Engineer level, depending on the candidate's experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and be involved in the full software lifecycle to develop spacecraft simulation software using modern tools and software best practices.
• Develop models to support modeling and simulation activities across multiple projects.
• Establish simulation requirements.
• Work with other engineering disciplines to integrate and validate space vehicle modeling and simulation.
• Prepare designs documentation, analysis, test results and presentation materials for internal and external customers.
• Work in an innovative environment, on significantly diverse assignments, and in collaborative team settings across all levels.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Software/Electrical/Computer/Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or related field (Level 1); or Bachelor's degree and 2 years of experience OR Master's degree in the same fields (Level 2).
• Diverse programming experience: C/C++, Python, Matlab/Simulink, Windows/Linux scripting.
• Solid communication and teamwork skills.
• Understanding of waterfall, spiral and/or Agile software development processes and continuous integration.
• Ability to use software revision control tools such as Subversion and Git.
• Ability to clearly document technical and programmatic status to management.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

Nice-to-haves

• Current TS/SCI clearance.
• System knowledge in one or more of the following domains: Spacecraft Command & Control, Mission Planning, Space Situational Awareness and Visualization.
• Ability to develop and use simulation models of sensors, actuators and space environments to demonstrate closed-loop spacecraft system performance and general integration and test of aerospace systems.
• Understanding of Jenkins, Jira (Agile, Scrum and Kanban), Bitbucket and related DevSecOps tools.
• Hardware interfacing, integration and test and controls experience.
• Understanding of common embedded system tools, real-time operating systems and avionics integration and test practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business