Sentinel Sr Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer- 18980
United States-Utah-Roy$123k–$184kPosted Jul 20, 2026
Skip to main contentHomeProfileJob SearchApplicationsMy EventsJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionView All JobsSentinel Sr Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer- 18980United States-Utah-RoyApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionJob IDR10238557RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer (level 4) to join its team. This position is in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities and associated infrastructure.What you'll get to do:As an integral part of our AVE MS&A Horizontal Integration team on the Sentinel program you will focus on driving operational and technical efforts and initiatives across the MS&A department and broader AVE Systems Engineering & Integration organization. The duties of this job will be to integrate across the various AVE MS&A teams; Flight Analysis, Targeting, Structures and Aero/Fluids to help coordinate activities/analysis that cross these disciplines. The role will also include horizontal integration across other IPTs with in AVE, such as Guidance, Payloads, OBTE, etc. The selected candidate will be required to have ability to present difficult concepts to management and to lead integrated efforts to get results across the finish line.Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with a minimum 8 years of related experience; 6 years with a Master’s; or 4 years with a PhD1 year of technical experiences in mechanical/aerospace product development1 year of experience with MATLAB, Python, C++, or similarMust be a US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope9<6 years), with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.Knowledge of Systems Engineering principlesPreferred Qualifications: Self-starter with strong technical problem-solving skills, an aptitude for coordination across diverse teams to drive efforts to closureBroad technical experiences in mechanical/aerospace engineering of missiles/launch vehiclesExperience in...