Senior Principal Safety Systems Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Mission System’s Engineering and Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking a Senior Principal Safety Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. This position is based out of Linthicum, MD and will be 100% on-site.

What You’ll get to Do:

• Develop and implement a MIL STD 882 compliant system safety program
• Conduct System Safety analysis to ensure risks are identified, communicated, tracked, and mitigated to a tolerable level
• Document and present results of system safety analysis in formal contract deliverable reports
• Communicate and present results of System Safety analysis with internal/external customers and at major milestone reviews
• Provide technical leadership in the System Safety Engineering discipline and work to drive sound systems engineering on programs

This position is contingent upon contract award, the successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience, master's degree with 6 years of experience or Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• U.S Citizenship is required.
• A current / active DoD Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience implementing System Safety Engineering practices in accordance with MIL-STD-882E, JSSSEH, JS-SSA Implementation Guide, ARP-4761/DO-178/254, or other relevant standards.
• Experience conducting system safety hazard analyses such as PHA, SRHA, FHA, SHA, SSHA, O&SHA, FTA.
• Experience implementing or developing Safety Analysis plans and reports, such as SSPP, SAR, HMMPR and HMMP.
• Experience using a Hazard Tracking System (HTS).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineer, or Mathematics or other related technical fields.
• A current / active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher.
• Certification as a Safety Professional (CSP) or equivalent certification.
• Experience implementing software safety protocols on complex systems.
• Experience presenting at SSSTRP/WSERB Board reviews.
• Experience with DoD System Safety programs across all phases of the systems engineering developmental lifecycle.
• Experience briefing System Safety analysis at design reviews such as SRR, SFR, PDR, or CDR.
• Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies.
• Experience working with Safety Management Systems.
• Experience with RF and/or Laser Safety analysis.
• Experience with CAI/CSI identification and analysis.

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!

Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

Primary Level Salary Range: $123,400.00 - $185,000.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.