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Reliability Systems Safety Engineer 3/4

Northrop Grumman

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Sunnyvale, CA · Posted November 4, 2026

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About the job

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization 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!

Northrop Grumman Marine Systems specializes in the development, manufacturing, assembly, and testing of missile launching and handling systems, propulsion, and power generation systems for naval surface ships and submarines. The Reliability and System Safety Engineering Department ensures reliability and system safety are key considerations throughout the program life cycle starting with design and development through system retirement. We are looking for you to join our team as a Reliability Systems Safety Engineer based out of Sunnyvale, CA

What you’ll get to do:

The Reliability/Systems Safety Engineer Level 3 /4 we are seeking will be an individual who thrives in a diverse work environment, has outstanding communication skills and possesses a strong sense of engagement and continuous process improvement. The Reliability/Systems Safety Engineer Level 3 /4 performs technical planning, requirements development, system integration, verification and validation. Analyses are performed at all levels and include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal.

The Reliability/Systems Safety Engineer Level 3 /4 ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints. A fundamental knowledge and/or the interest in developing skills in Reliability and Systems Safety Engineering is also preferred.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Reliability/Systems Safety Engineer Level 3 /4 based out of Sunnyvale, CA.

Must be able to work on-site at the Sunnyvale campus at least 4 days a week.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below:

Basic Qualifications Principal Reliability Safety Systems Engineer Level 3:

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Physics) discipline with 5 years relevant experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Physics) discipline with 3 years of relevant work experience or a PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Physics) discipline with 0 years relevant experience.

Experience functioning within a fast-paced System Engineering Environment providing Design and Field support

Experience working within US Government Systems Engineering environment

Exercise sound judgement, be able to accept and complete challenging assignments, have a constructive positive relationship with team members

Desire to develop expertise in Reliability and System Safety Engineering within Systems Engineering framework

Ability to work seamlessly with internal and external engineering organizations and Programs to support hardware life cycle from cradle to end of life

Fundamental awareness of Reliability (Failure Modes analysis) and system safety principles (hazard analysis)

US Citizenship is required

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Reliability Systems Safety Engineer Level 4:

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Physics) discipline with 9 years relevant experience; or Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Physics) discipline with 7 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math or Physics) discipline with 4 years relevant experience.

Exercise sound judgement, be able to accept and complete challenging assignments, have a constructive positive relationship with team members

Experience working with US Government Systems Engineering Principles and Policies.

Experience as a Systems Engineering lead engineer guiding a group to task completion

Ability to develop schedules, manage budget and complete work according to the developed schedule

Familiarity with Reliability and System Safety Engineering principles.

US Citizenship is required

Must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government Security Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience conducting Reliability (Failure Modes Analysis) and System Safety (Hazard Analysis) hardware analysis

Experience developing schedules budgets and tracking performance (Cost Account Management)

Experience with conducting hazardous materials management

Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.