Sr. Principal Satellite Systems Engineer – Spacecraft Operations

General Manufacturing(20 days ago)

Redstone Arsenal, Alabama, AlabamaOnsiteFull TimeSenior$135,800 - $203,600Spacecraft Operations

About this role

The Sr. Principal Satellite Systems Engineer – Spacecraft Operations is a senior technical role within Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector focused on spacecraft mission assurance for a satellite constellation. Based in Huntsville, AL, the position supports long-term operational success and interfaces across engineering and program teams, requiring travel and appropriate security clearance.

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Required Skills

Satellite Operations
Systems Engineering
Telemetry Analysis
Anomaly Resolution
Mission Planning
Python
RF Communications
Team Leadership
Simulator Testing
Configuration Management

Qualifications

BS in STEM
MS in STEM
PhD in STEM
DoD Secret Clearance
Top Secret Clearance (ability to obtain)

About General Manufacturing

northropgrumman.com

Northrop Grumman is a global aerospace and defense company that designs, builds, and integrates advanced systems, products, and services for national security, civil space, and commercial customers. With roughly 95,000 employees, it focuses on space systems and satellites, military and unmanned aircraft, advanced electronics, hypersonics, advanced manufacturing, and cyber and digital transformation. The company partners with government agencies — including NASA and the U.S. Department of Defense — to solve complex engineering challenges and deliver end-to-end solutions. Northrop Grumman is known for large-scale systems engineering, technology innovation, and program execution.

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