Space TS/SCI Operations and Maintenance SEIT Lead (Level 5)

United States-Illinois-Rolling Meadows
Full-time
$169,000.00 - $253,600.00
Posted Nov 10, 2026

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Skills

Communication
Leadership
Operations
Systems Engineering

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

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, but they're also making history.

The Mission and Payload Programs organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Candidates may be hired as a Staff Engineer Systems (level 5) or may be evaluated for lower/higher levels based on their qualifications. This position is part of our Space Sector Eastern Region SEIT Engineering Organization located at Rolling Meadows, IL .

Your roles and responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) the following:

•The Operations and Maintenance SEIT Lead is responsible for directing the execution of the overall systems engineering, integration, and test (SEIT) effort on the program.

•Fundamental knowledge of Systems Engineering practices, system development life cycles and methodologies, insight into Operations and Maintenance (O/M) support.

•Planning and execution of system engineering core functions including collaboration with IPTs, customer, and development program counterparts in-support of O/M for the in-operational and forthcoming assets and baselines.

•Own the Systems Engineering content in the IMS and ensure that the content is correct, complete, achievable, and aligned with the program needs.

Basic Qualifications:

•Staff Engineer Systems : BS 12 years of experience; MS 10 years of experience; PhD 7 years of experience

•BS and/or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related technical degree.

•Previous SE experience across all levels of Systems Engineering discipline including development & maintenance of CONOPS, requirements and ICDs.

•Experience with systems integration, test and design/SW validation.

•Self-motivated and excellent communication skills to effectively interact with SEIT leadership & internal cross-functional IPTs.

•Experience with Systems Architecture development and maintenance to support system designs.

•Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.

Preferred Qualifications:

•Experience leading system integration/test activities

•Strong understanding of design content and ability to analyze and provide recommended revisions on systems currently in operations

•Experience in development and Earned Value Management (EVM) of cost accounts and schedules

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Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00

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.