Staff Software – Algorithms and Simulations Engineer
In Person
(Chandler, Arizona, United States of America)
Full Time
$130,500 – $195,700
- Location:
- Chandler, Arizona, United States of America
About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines.
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is looking for a Staff Software, Algorithms, and Simulations Engineer to support the Launch Vehicles organization in Chandler, Arizona.
Staff Software, Algorithms, and Simulations Engineer
Job Responsibilities
Create high fidelity simulations and models for missile design, performance assessment, and flight test support
Develop and implement modeling solutions, conduct trade studies and evaluation of system and subsystem performance
Deploy EO phenomenology and advanced physics concepts in a software implementation
Research and develop novel EO modeling solutions
Collaborate with Guidance, Navigation & Control (GNC) and other department personnel to perform simulation activities
Provide technical expertise for the simulation products of GPI, assist other Modeling Engineers in the preparation of detailed plans, and interact with government counterparts as an authority on simulation products
Work in a team environment, leading efforts specific to modelling & simulation and supporting additional, varied program efforts
Basic Qualifications
BSMSPhD in STEM
Level IV - requires a bachelor's and 9 years' experience or a master's and 7 years' experience.
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
Experience applying object-oriented software design, programming in C or C++, and Matlab
Experience developing or simulating physical optical systems
Experience in Electro-Optics (EO), imaging EO/IR systems, energy transport, signal processing or discrimination algorithms
Experience managing others and interacting with other engineering disciplines
Experience with relevant seeker con-ops and performance needs
Desired Qualifications
Advanced Degree in optical image processing focus or physics
Leadership experience managing others using systems engineering principals
Experience developing signal processing and GNC algorithms or models for missile applications, signal and image processing, digital communications
Experience with hardware/software integration and modeling physics and physical systems
Experience with software change management tools and processes and real-time programming
Familiarity with Software and Firmware development processes
Active Clearance