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Human Factors Engineer - Level 3 or 4 - Space AHT

Northrop Grumman

Human Factors Engineer - Level 3 or 4 - Space AHT

full-timePosted: Aug 20, 2026Updated: Sep 2, 2026United States-Alabama-Huntsville

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 are making history.Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector has an opening for Human Factors Engineers 3/4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Huntsville, Alabama in support of the Broadsword program.The role involves applying human performance principles, methodologies, and technologies to the design of human-machine systems and products. Candidates should have experience interfacing with design engineers to establish system design, operating, and training requirements and to ensure optimized human-machine interfaces. Candidates will identify and analyze technological problems or risks, perform theoretical human factors investigations, and develop and implement demonstration agendas and plans. Candidates will also support UI and message visualization teams with feedback on design of human interfaces.Key Responsibilities:Orchestrate content and conduct of customer demonstrations of BSW Program and softwareEnsure successful coordination with all stakeholders, including Program Management, Leads, and technical team membersPlan demonstration storyboard, agenda, win theme, success criteriaDesign, review and brief presentations to program leadership and prospective customersCoordinate development goals, fixes, need dates, code complete milestonesPrepare, review, integrate and test demonstration products developed by software and SE teamsRequest defect correction, integrate hotfixesManage logistics including facilities, infrastructure, hardwareIdentify, manage and communicate risksBasic Qualifications: Level 3: Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 1 year of related professional/military experience.Level 4: Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 8 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 6 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience.Must have strong communication skills.Must have experience demonstrating concepts to management and customers Must have experience with Visualization ToolsMust have experience with software development: C++, Python, Red Hat Enterprise LinuxMust have experience with model-based systems engineering products and/or Mission Engineering (e.g., Cameo Suite) and Agile framework (e.g., Jira/Confluence) Must have experience with MS Office Tools (PPT, Doc, etc.)Must have a current/active DoD government Secret clearance to start Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Modeling and Simulation Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Network Engineer (26-197) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00The 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.

Locations

  • United States-Alabama-Huntsville

Skills Required

  • Visualization Toolsintermediate
  • software development: C++intermediate
  • MS Office Toolsintermediate
  • Modelingintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Level 3: Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 1 year of related professional/military experience. (experience, 5 years)
  • Level 4: Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 8 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 6 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience. (experience, 8 years)
  • Must have strong communication skills. (experience)
  • Must have experience demonstrating concepts to management and customers (experience)
  • Must have experience with Visualization Tools (experience)
  • Must have experience with software development: C++, Python, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (experience)
  • Must have experience with model-based systems engineering products and/or Mission Engineering (e.g., Cameo Suite) and Agile framework (e.g., Jira/Confluence) (experience)
  • Must have experience with MS Office Tools (PPT, Doc, etc.) (experience)
  • Must have a current/active DoD government Secret clearance to start (experience)
  • Level 3: Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 1 year of related professional/military experience. (experience, 5 years)
  • Level 4: Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline AND 8 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 6 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience. (experience, 8 years)
  • Must have strong communication skills. (experience)
  • Must have experience demonstrating concepts to management and customers (experience)
  • Must have experience with Visualization Tools (experience)
  • Must have experience with software development: C++, Python, Red Hat Enterprise Linux (experience)
  • Must have experience with model-based systems engineering products and/or Mission Engineering (e.g., Cameo Suite) and Agile framework (e.g., Jira/Confluence) (experience)
  • Must have experience with MS Office Tools (PPT, Doc, etc.) (experience)
  • Must have a current/active DoD government Secret clearance to start (experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Modeling and Simulation (experience)
  • Experience with Modeling and Simulation (experience)
  • Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Network Engineer (26-197) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Located in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels. (experience)

Responsibilities

  • Orchestrate content and conduct of customer demonstrations of BSW Program and software
  • Ensure successful coordination with all stakeholders, including Program Management, Leads, and technical team members
  • Plan demonstration storyboard, agenda, win theme, success criteria
  • Design, review and brief presentations to program leadership and prospective customers
  • Coordinate development goals, fixes, need dates, code complete milestones
  • Prepare, review, integrate and test demonstration products developed by software and SE teams
  • Request defect correction, integrate hotfixes
  • Manage logistics including facilities, infrastructure, hardware
  • Identify, manage and communicate risks
  • Orchestrate content and conduct of customer demonstrations of BSW Program and software
  • Ensure successful coordination with all stakeholders, including Program Management, Leads, and technical team members
  • Plan demonstration storyboard, agenda, win theme, success criteria
  • Design, review and brief presentations to program leadership and prospective customers
  • Coordinate development goals, fixes, need dates, code complete milestones
  • Prepare, review, integrate and test demonstration products developed by software and SE teams
  • Request defect correction, integrate hotfixes
  • Manage logistics including facilities, infrastructure, hardware
  • Identify, manage and communicate risks

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