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# Systems Engineer - Level 3 or 4

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Gilbert, AZ, United States
- **Salary:** $98,400.0 - $147,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Network Interface Controllers, Live Virtual and Constructive, Requirements Management
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3370738010&tx=ZT1514TYZ&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

Basic Qualifications: Systems Engineer 3

 * Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 5+ years of engineering experience OR Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 3 years of experience or PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 1 year of experience.
 * Experience in space systems, launch vehicles, payloads, or ground systems or other relevant experience.
 * Familiarity with launch or range operations, mission integration, or space vehicle integration processing.
 * Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain SCI clearance.

Basic Qualifications: Systems Engineer 4

 * Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience OR Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 6 years of experience or PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 4 years of experience.
 * Experience in space systems, launch vehicles, payloads, or ground systems or other relevant experience.
 * Familiarity with launch or range operations, mission integration, or space vehicle integration processing.
 * Experience leading technical efforts or integration activities
 * Strong leadership, communication, and collaboration skills, including experience presenting to senior leadership and/or customers.
 * Active U.S. Government Top Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain SCI Clearance., * Demonstrated ability to establish effective working relationships with other government agencies and mission partners
 * Experience with launch campaign execution, including launch base processing, rehearsals, and day-of-launch operations.
 * Experience working with U.S. launch ranges and associated processes, including range safety documentation compliant with SSCMAN 91-710.
 * Experience interacting with Launch Service Providers and Launch Vehicle Contractors.
 * Knowledge of systems engineering processes and experience with DOORS or other requirements management tools.
 * Active US Government Top Secret and SCI Security Clearance.

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## Description

As a Systems Engineer- Level 3/4 in the LSI (Launch Services Integration) role, you will be responsible for the end-to-end integration of Northrop Grumman space vehicles onto the selected launch vehicle, coordination of launch base processing, and execution of launch and ascent operations. You will serve as a primary technical interface between Northrop Grumman and key launch campaign stakeholders, including the Launch Vehicle Contractor (LVC), launch range, launch base processing facilities, data and communications providers, day-of-launch tracking organizations, and other mission participants., * Lead space vehicle integration with various Launch Service providers

 * Plan and execute all aspects of the launch lifecycle, from early integration studies through transport, SV checkout, fueling, rehearsals, launch operations, and day-of-launch activities.
 * Plan and manage launch site operations and logistics in coordination with internal and external stakeholders.
 * Prepare, review, and secure acceptance of launch range safety documentation in accordance with SSCMAN 91-710 .
 * Identify, assess, and mitigate spacecraft hazards using the processes described in MIL-STD-882 .
 * Coordinate range operations, including preparation and delivery of required range products for the space vehicle (e.g., OR/OD deliverables).
 * Plan and execute trailblazers/pathfinders, interface simulators, separation system fit checks and match-mates.
 * Lead and/or participate in mission working groups, including mission integration, ground operations, flight operations, and day-of-launch forums.
 * Provide technical support for mission program reviews, integrated schedule development and management, rehearsal planning and execution, and daily status reporting during launch campaigns.
 * Develop space vehicle-to-launch vehicle interface definition and requirements documentation, including Interface Requirements Documents (IRDs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and launch base requirements and procedures.
 * Prepare and deliver documentation in support of major Launch Readiness Reviews, and coordinate execution of associated closure actions.


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