RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available 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 Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems provides an excellent opportunity for a Principal System SW Analyst – X-Lab Systems Analyst (25-357) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. This role, based at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO, is crucial in supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. Relocation assistance is not offered for this position, and this role requires on-site work with no remote options. **Position Overview:** The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a vital part of the Missile Defense System. It provides an essential operational platform that allows the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and tactical levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, monitor battle progress, and actively manage networked sensors and weapon systems to meet global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC offers a layered missile defense capability, delivering an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It acts as a force multiplier by connecting, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations both worldwide and locally to enhance overall performance. Additionally, C2BMC is a key component of all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the missile defense system's present and future capabilities. The X-Lab is responsible for developing and integrating prototype capabilities for the Missile Defense System, including **Sensor/Weapon Integration** , **Algorithm Development** , **User Interface Development** , and other key advanced missile defense technologies. The X-Lab requires a candidate with a broad analysis background across multiple disciplines to support prototype performance analysis and results communication. Technical areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, characterization of large-scale complex system simulations involving ballistic missile threats, weapon systems, and command and control. **Essential Functions:** + Analyze real-world data related to Mission Defense + Collect and interpret real-world data + Develop new algorithms to utilize the data effectively + Actively update existing algorithms based on new data + Assist with planning, scheduling, and developing verification analysis tools + Coordinate, develop, and maintain analysis and test tracking tools + Ensure proper backup and archiving of test products and analysis datasets + Work under general guidance with self-motivation + Generate detailed and repeatable tests for specific event objectives + Communicate effectively with internal and external customer contacts and represent the organization in providing solutions to complex technical issues associated with particular projects + Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills + Strong background in math and physics, including probability and statistics **Basic Qualifications:** Please include your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable. + A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree + Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued **Secret** security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start + Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs are required + Occasional off-hours work may be required during certain events + Must understand software development processes and principles and effectively communicate the desired capabilities to a diverse group of developers, engineers, subject matter experts, and system users + Must be comfortable with rapidly changing requirements, design challenges that demand innovative solutions, fast-paced activities, and tight deadlines **Preferred Qualifications:** + Practical or theoretical knowledge of ballistic and non-ballistic missile defense concepts, Battle Management and Command and Control (BM/C2) systems, defense communication systems, and Missile Defense Systems (MDS) overall + Experience using **Python** and **MATLAB** to support the analysis of complex data, including utilizing software testing and analysis tools + Experience in developing and automating data management processes and tools + Familiarity with **Unix/Linux** and continuous integration, including experience with **Bash** or similar scripting + Knowledge of one or more MDS elements: + **C2BMC** + **AN/TPY-2** + **LRDR** + **BOA** + **SBIRS** + **GMD** + **PATRIOT** + Experience in using and maintaining databases **What We Can Offer You:** Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits provided by Northrop Grumman give you flexibility and control to choose options that best meet your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following: + Health Plan + Savings Plan + Paid Time Off + Education Assistance + Training and Development + Flexible Work Arrangements https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx \#NGSpace \#COSpace \#NGFeaturedJobs \#C2BMC **Additional Northrop Grumman Information:** Primary Level Salary Range: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00 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.