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# Systems Engineer Level 2/ 3

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Ocean Springs, MS, United States
- **Salary:** $79,300.0 - $118,900.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Network Interface Controllers, IBM Rational Software, Scrum Methodology, Verification and Validation (Software), Subsystems, Systems Integration, MagicDraw, State Machines
- **Published:** July 22, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us3b1d1f5a1ce32ad7dffa6b9065cee9c4/eaa

## About the Role

The ability to multi-task and balance multiple projects simultaneously.
Demonstrate strategic thinking along with sound decision making and good judgments
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Ability to work autonomously and in a team environment
PLEASE NOTE: These roles are 100% onsite in Ocean Springs, MS.
This requisition may be filled at a Level 2 or a Level 3 based on the qualifications listed below, Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 2 years relevant work experience; or Master's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 0 years relevant work experience.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
First-hand experience with requirements and interface management
Familiarity with system drawings and documents such as Interface Control Documents, System/Subsystem Specifications, Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM), etc.
Experience with system engineering tools such as IBM Rational DOORS
Familiarity with MBE/MBSE concepts and tools
US Citizenship required
Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance, Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 5 years relevant work experience; or Master's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 3 years relevant work experience.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
First-hand experience with requirements and interface management
Familiarity with system drawings and documents such as Interface Control Documents, System/Subsystem Specifications, Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM), etc.
Experience with system engineering tools such as IBM Rational DOORS
Familiarity with MBE/MBSE concepts and tools
US Citizenship required
Ability to obtain a DOD Secret Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree in Systems Engineering
Understanding and knowledge of Agile (SCRUM) techniques and activities
First hand experience with MBSE concepts and tools (MagicDraw and / or Cameo preferred)
Experience in technical presentation and interfacing with customers
Design and operational knowledge of navy programs
Ability to read and interpret government or military specifications

## Description

Perform requirements development, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems
Support the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints.
Perform functional analysis, timeline analysis, detail trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
Generation and updating of System and sub-system level specifications in DOORS, including creation of Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRM) and verification traceability (tracing requirements to test plans/procedures/results)
Update and maintain system drawings and documents such as Interface Control Documents, Arrangement Drawings, etc.
Participate/Lead and coordinate preparation, conduct and closeout for internal and external customer reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR, IRR, TRR, etc.)
Support the creation and refinement of Model Based System Engineering products (System behavioral models, Use Case realizations, State Machines, etc.)


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