Posted:
3/25/2026, 1:02:22 PM
Location(s):
Redondo Beach, California, United States ⋅ California, United States
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
IT & Security ⋅ Software Engineering
Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is seeking a Fault Management Systems Engineer – Level 3 or 4 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA.
The candidate must have demonstrated experience in definition, specification, application, and test of Automated Fault Management architecture, and experience in AFM test planning and execution is required. Additionally, this position can be filled at either Level 3 Principal Systems Engineer or Level 4 Sr. Principal Systems Engineer.
*This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.*
Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
-Support Autonomy and Fault Management (AFM) development
-Support Fault and Autonomy onboard response development
-Develop & execute per the development process for Stored Command Sequences
-Support development of payload fault management architecture
-Support development and execution of verification and validation tests to be used on software simulators, test beds and to sell-off fault management requirements
-Support execution of AFM tests, approve test results and/or reports, and generate requirement verification reports
-Experience in AFM test in FSW (Flight Software), SVTB (Space Vehicle Test Bed), and AI&T (Assembly Integration & Test) required
Basic Qualifications for Level 3 Principal Systems Engineer – Fault Management:
-Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 5+ years of engineering experience OR
-Master's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 3+ years of engineering experience OR
-PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 1+ year(s) of engineering experience
-Experience with System Engineering Autonomy and Fault Management architecture
-Experience with design, OPSCON, and/or Flight Software-related Launch & Operations with Anomaly Resolution/Recovery background
-Candidate must have an active DOD Secret Clearance or above at time of application and prior to start date. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate’s maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.
Basic Qualifications for Level 4 Sr. Principal Systems Engineer – Fault Management:
-Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience OR
-Master's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 6+ years of engineering experience OR
-PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 4+ years of engineering experience
-Experience with System Engineering Autonomy and Fault Management architecture
-Experience with design, OPSCON, and/or Flight Software-related Launch & Operations with Anomaly Resolution/Recovery background
-Candidate must have an active DOD Secret Clearance or above at time of application and prior to start date. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate’s maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.
Preferred Qualifications:
-Master’s Degree or above in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math)
-Ability to develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity
-Ability to work independently without appreciable direction
-Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
*This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future. Additionally, this position can be filled at either Level 3 Principal Systems Engineer or Level 4 Sr. Principal Systems Engineer.*
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As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:
-Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
-401k
-Educational Assistance
-Life Insurance
-Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
-Paid Time Off
-Health & Wellness Resources
-Employee Discounts
-Flexible Schedules: for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00The 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.Website: https://northropgrumman.com/
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