Senior Principal Computer Systems Analyst

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Colorado Springs, CO
Salary
$117,500–$176,300 / yr
Employment
Full-time
Posted
3 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Below market

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

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TL;DR · Senior Principal Computer Systems Analyst

Sr Principal Computer Systems Analyst (GAITS) (26-451) Space AHT joins the Northrop Grumman Space Systems team to support critical missile defense and space domain awareness systems. This role involves developing and maintaining analysis tools using object-oriented programming to evaluate large-scale simulations, weapon systems, and command-and-control architectures. The analyst processes real-world data to identify trends and provides actionable feedback to software teams within an Agile Scrum environment. Key technical requirements include proficiency in Python, MATLAB, and Linux environments for data processing and tool execution. Candidates must possess strong communication skills to explain complex results from distributed systems to non-technical audiences. The work focuses on the technical challenges of ballistic missile threats and defense communication systems, requiring expertise in performance analysis, scenario generation, and potentially specific knowledge of elements like C2BMC or SBIRS.

What you'll do

  • Develop and maintain analysis tools using object-oriented programming to support program and customer requirements.
  • Analyze real-world data regarding Missile Defense and Space Domain Awareness to identify performance trends and system behaviors.
  • Perform performance characterization of large-scale simulations involving ballistic missile threats and command-and-control architectures.
  • Use MATLAB and Python to process, visualize, and interpret complex datasets and simulation results.
  • Translate complex analytical findings into clear, actionable feedback for software and systems teams.
  • Communicate technical analysis results to both technical and non-technical audiences in a concise manner.
  • Execute data analysis, tool execution, and integration activities within a Linux environment.
  • Participate as an active member of an Agile Scrum team to complete features and stories aligned with program goals.

What we're looking for

  • Applicants must have a current, active, in-scope Government-issued Top Secret security clearance.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
  • A Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, a Master's degree with 6 years of experience, or 12 years of relevant experience are acceptable.
  • Experience developing analysis tools using object-oriented programming such as Python or MATLAB is required.
  • Experience in performance analysis and characterization of large-scale complex simulations involving ballistic missile threats, weapon systems, and command and control architecture is required.
  • Basic knowledge of Linux for data analysis, tool execution, and scripting is required.
  • Knowledge of ballistic or non-ballastic missile defense concepts, including BM/C2 systems and the Missile Defense System, is required.
  • Experience with Git, Jenkins, Jira, CI/CD frameworks, or specific MDS elements is preferred.

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