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Northrop Grumman

Sentinel - Systems / Principal Systems Engineer - 16888*

Northrop Grumman

Published 24 Apr 2026
Manhattan, KS, USA& Other locations
88K - 163K USD Annual
Full Time
Freelancer

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Role Highlights

Languages used

MATLAB
Python
C++

Key skills

Modelling
Security
Mathematics
Agile

Tools, Libraries and Frameworks

IOS
SAP
Jira
HTTP

Description

The selected candidate will join the Command and Control Product Engineering Team to support the Sentinel Program. The role involves performing modeling, simulation, and analysis for specific system aspects. Responsibilities include supporting requirement decomposition and traceability, as well as assisting with the implementation of model-based systems engineering strategies. The individual will coordinate with sub-contracted product teams to ensure compliance with contractual statements of work and program model governance. Additionally, the role requires contributing content for presentations delivered to internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications and Skills

Candidates must be United States citizens with an active Department of Defense Secret security clearance or higher. A bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline is required, with specific years of experience varying based on the degree level and the specific job level applied for. Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in modeling, simulation, and system analysis using specified analytical tools. Additionally, the role requires the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program approval.

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About the company

Northrop Grumman

Size

87687

HQ

Falls Church, US

Public/Private

Public Company

Description

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, youll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, were challenging whats possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what mattersnow, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more at careers.northropgrumman.com. 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, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA statement, please visit www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U. S. citizenship is required for most positions. Our careers site can be found at northropgrumman.com/careers/. If you are contacted by someone about a job at Northrop Grumman, please verify the opportunity on our Careers site before engaging with that contact. We only schedule interviews with qualified candidates who have applied to a job posting through our Careers site.

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