Melbourne Engineering Center - Principal Systems Engineer

This Principal Systems Engineer role is based at the Melbourne Engineering Center and supports UAV systems such as Global Hawk, Triton, and NATO AGS. You will work within a signal processing and data analysis organization, developing sensor system modes and advanced signal- and data-processing algorithms from mathematical derivation through testing and verification using simulated and real sensor data. You will also contribute to mode design and perform statistical analysis of system performance to deliver mission-ready solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct performance analysis of flight data from multiple radar platforms.
• Develop and maintain analysis tools using languages such as MATLAB, LabVIEW, Python, and C++.
• Utilize collaboration and configuration tools including SharePoint, Jira, Confluence, and IBM ClearCase/ClearQuest.
• Perform SAR imagery analysis to assess and improve system performance.
• Prepare design documentation; report progress; and deliver presentations to management, colleagues, and customers.
• Manage and maintain analysis-related databases.
• Develop analysis approaches for a variety of scenarios, working both independently and in collaboration with team members.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree with 5 years of experience, a master’s degree with 3 years of experience, or a PhD with 1 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields; an additional 4 years may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• U.S Citizenship is required.
• A current/active U.S Government Secret Clearance.
• Proficiency in engineering programming languages, such as LabVIEW, C++, MATLAB, and/or Python.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to develop algorithms and process data using computer-based tools.

Nice to have

• Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields.
• Active U.S Government Top Secret Clearance or higher.
• Experience in performance analysis, requirements verification, simulation, validation, and algorithm development.
• Familiarity with RF principles, imagery scoring, performance analysis, and radar modes such as GMTI, MMTI, and SAR.
• Familiarity with scripting languages.
• Experience working in a Linux environment.
• Ability to travel occasionally to Northrop Grumman facilities and customer locations.

Benefits

• 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 and your family.
• Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!