> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1747897-systems-engineer-level-4](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1747897-systems-engineer-level-4). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Systems Engineer - Level 4

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Chandler, AZ, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $122,800.0 - $184,200.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Databases, Requirements Management, Software Requirements Analysis, System Testing
- **Published:** July 9, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9021226/systems-engineer-level-4

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience.
 * Experience developing requirements and designing missions without customer directed requirements
 * Experience with requirements decomposition and allocation
 * Experience is mission timelines and mission CONOPs
 * Experience with range safety data products
 * U.S. Citizenship is required
 * Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
 * Strong oral and written communication skills, * Willingness to work fast paced development programs
 * Ability to travel is required
 * Experience leading within an IPT organization as a lead or a SME
 * System testing and launch operations experience is desired
 * Previous Cost Account Management experience is desired
 * Systems Engineering Experience working MDA flight tests is desired
 * Interceptor development experience is desired

## Description

* The candidate will serve as Lead Systems Engineer and Mission Manager for the Programs flight experiments and flight tests requiring the candidate to function in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment.
 * The candidate should possess strong technical problem solving, written and verbal communication skills to generate and document system level interceptor and mission specific requirements, perform vehicle performance assessments and participate in system level verification/data review activities.
 * Creates new system requirements and manages requirement changes in the Requirements Management databases working effectively with IPT leaders, team members, and government customers.
 * The candidate should possess a strong resolve to drive tasks to completion autonomously and possess demonstrated mentoring/training skills.
 * Creates and manages both original and revised specification/interface definition documents and coordinates document approval through peer review and signature process.
 * Implement and manage system requirements in the Requirements Management databases (DOORS).
 * Provide data for and assists in risk management (identifies potential risk) and trade study processes.
 * Manages aspects of system design, analyses, interface verification, testing, and failure/anomaly resolution or mission operations.
 * Participates in the creation of and manages changes to system or subsystem analytical models.
 * Interface with IPT engineering staff as required.
 * Prepares and presents materials at major milestone meetings.


## Related Videos

- [Crew Management System for Airlines: Plan duties for pilots & flight attendants worldwide](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1444-crew-management-system-for-airlines-plan-duties-for-pilots-flight-attendants-worldwide)
- [How To Test A Ball of Mud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/173-how-to-test-a-ball-of-mud)
- [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases)
- [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process)
- [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it)
- [You are not my model anymore - understanding LLM model behavior](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1464-you-are-not-my-model-anymore-understanding-llm-model-behavior)

## Related Articles

- [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)
- [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated)
- [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree)
- [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs)
- [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023)
- [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market)