Sr. Principal Satellite Systems Engineer – Spacecraft Operations

General Manufacturing(20 days ago)

United States, North DakotaOnsiteFull TimeSenior$122,800 - $184,200Engineering

About this role

A Sr. Principal Satellite Systems Engineer in Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector based in Grand Forks, ND, focused on spacecraft operations for a satellite constellation. The role supports mission success across on-orbit and ground systems, requires travel for training, and requires an active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain Top Secret. The position operates in a 24/7 shift environment and is contingent on launch schedules and final clearances.

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Required Skills

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

Qualifications

BS in STEM
MS in STEM
PhD in STEM
DoD Secret
DoD Top Secret

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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