Sentinel - Technical Services - Principal Engineer - 19510

Relocation assistance may be available. This position requires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, with an investigation completed within the last 6 years. Must be able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval. Travel is required, approximately 10% of the time.

About the role

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. 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.

This position is located in Roy, UT, and will support the Sentinel program. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production, and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Work within a team to perform all phases of the analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation (ADDIE) model for a new training system supporting the United States Air Force.
• Collaborate with multiple subject matter experts (SMEs) to create a training system for multiple Air Force Specialty Codes, identifying current and future training knowledge and skill gaps.
• Apply analysis processes, adult learning theories, and instructional strategies, with technical expertise in creating SCORM-compliant courseware and implementing Kirkpatrick’s 4 levels of evaluation, including formative, summative, and operational evaluation processes.
• Design and develop training products for multiple modalities, including online, in-person, hybrid, synchronous, and asynchronous formats.
• Develop a comprehensive suite of training materials—such as instructor-led sessions, microlearning modules, interactive online courses, and on-the-job qualification/certification programs—with minimal supervision.
• Utilize current SCORM standards for curriculum design and engage in technical and creative writing, including developing technical training CDRLs.
• Use digital instructional design software (e.g., Camtasia, Storyline, Adobe Captivate/Creative Suite).
• Stay at the forefront of training research, monitoring emerging learning theories, software tools, and industry standards to translate insights into strategic enhancements.
• Evaluate and/or oversee contractors or vendors to develop training courseware.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Instructional Systems Design, Instructional Technology, Human Performance, Training and Learning Development, Psychology, Marketing, or a related field.
• Principal Engineer Technical Services: 5 years of experience with a Bachelor’s degree; 3 years with a Master’s; 1 year with a PhD. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Experience designing and developing learning materials for technical disciplines.
• Experience developing technology-based learning products.
• Experience creating formative and summative evaluations for technical disciplines.
• Experience conducting training evaluations in accordance with Kirkpatrick’s 4 levels of evaluation and Phillips’ 5 levels of evaluation.
• Experience working in ADDIE and other training development models for technical disciplines.
• Experience applying adult learning theories and process-driven instructional design principles.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of human performance processes to identify and address knowledge and skill gaps with appropriate learning solutions.
• Multimedia design experience (audio/video editing, 2D/3D design, animation, software simulation, etc.).
• Experience using multiple instructional development software tools.
• Experience executing and delivering training system products on large DoD military programs.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage.
• 401k retirement plan.
• Educational Assistance.
• Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions.
• Paid Time Off.
• Health & Wellness Resources.
• Employee Discounts.

Schedule

This position follows a 9/80 work schedule, allowing employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Pay

Primary level salary range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00. The final offer considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Employees may also be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.