Principal Systems Design Engineer - Multi-Disciplinary Analysis and Optimization (MDAO) W/Active Clearance

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is currently seeking a Principal Systems Design Engineer - Multi-Disciplinary Analysis and Optimization (MDAO) (Weapon Systems) to join the Advanced Programs team to develop complex, next generation, state of the art weapon systems. You will be a member of a high performing, systems engineering team interacting with customers, program management, cross-functional teams of engineers and senior technologists.

In this role the selected candidate will provide analysis, guide design teams to execute program goals, support proposal and business development activities. We are looking for engineers who enjoy solving complex problems, can work effectively in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about advancing the aerospace industry and have a strong interest in multi-disciplined optimization methods.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree with 5 years of experience; Master's Degree with 3 years of experience; or PhD with 0 years of experience

• Must have a U.S. Citizenship

• Must have an active or current DOD Secret Clearance

• Experience in Multi-Disciplined Optimization Methods

• Experience with setup and execution of Multi-Disciplinary Design Analysis and Optimization (MDAO) models

• Experience with aircraft or weapon design, layout, sizing and performance analysis tools

• Experience in System Design and Optimization

• Strong code development experience

• Excellent organization and leadership skills

• Experience with MATLAB, Python, C++, ModelCenter, Linux and/or FORTRAN

Preferred Qualification:

• Technical Lead experience

• Familiar with military aircraft or weapon design principles and tools

• Familiar with design of low observable aircraft or weapons, integration of survivability technologies, propulsion systems, subsystems, sensors, and payloads

• Self-starter with ability to take a complex open-ended problem and derive/work towards a solution.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Strong ownership of problems and ability to offer and implement solutions.

• Experience with Jira, Bitbucket, and Confluence, or other Agile tool suites

• Experience with Git and GitHub

Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley.

Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college-town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest.

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Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.