Sr. Principal Avionics Architecture Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Melbourne
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Sr. Principal Avionics Architecture Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals at our Melbourne, FL. The role involves driving design approach / decisions for avionics architecture approach using principles of MOSA – Modular Open Systems Approach, OMS, SOSA for driving design and integration on a future program. Design approach and development by developing engineering models, developing system architecture diagrams, and collaborating with Integrated Product Teams. Candidates should have experience with Cameo models or similar tools, Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and possess an active Secret clearance. Ideal candidates are innovative, capable of multitasking, and possess strong systems engineering knowledge, adaptable to fast-paced environments and agile methodologies. Job Responsibilities: Work with the planning team to create conceptual data models and data flows Design, develop, and document systems that contain logical solutions using Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Review modifications of existing systems for cross-compatibility Implement data strategies and developing physical data models Coach team members on developing the requirements, architecture, design, and implementation in the model Assist leadership with task prioritization and task delegation to meet overall program goals and objectives ?Basic Qualifications: Sr. Principal Avionics Architecture Engineer (T04): Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; OR a Master’s degree in a (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; or a Ph.D. (STEM) AND 4 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering. Active In-Scope DoD Secret clearance. Ability to obtain and maintain Active In-Scope DoD Top Secret clearance. Must have experience developing model-based systems engineering products and/or Mission Engineering in Cameo or similar tools Must have experience modeling software systems and software system of systems Must have familiarity with network, commercial cloud, platform infrastructures and containerized software architecture Must have experience modeling in a software product line engineering (PLE) environment Must have experience with Systems engineering tools (i.e. Cameo Suite) and Agile framework Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Modeling and Simulation Familiarity with Digital Engineering processes and environments Knowledge and experience with the definition of MOSA – Modular Open Systems Approach, and interfaces definition, development, and control Experience in integrating complex system across multiple domains Experience demonstrating concepts to management and customers Primary Level Salary Range: $118,600.00 - $178,000.00 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.

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