Principal Systems Test Engineer / Senior Principal Systems Test Engineer - G/ATOR Production Integration & Test - 4th Shift at Northrop Grumman
Baltimore, MD 21276
About the Job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
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.
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.
The Engineering & Sciences organization is looking for you to join our team as a Systems Test Engineer supporting Integration and Test efforts in the G/ATOR program family, based out of our portfolio in the Maritime & Land Sensors and Systems (MLSS) Division. We are seeking new team members to support both antenna and system-level testing on G/ATOR Production programs.
This position is an on-site position, and will be located in Linthicum, Maryland. Candidates must be able to work 4th shift (Fri-Sun, 7:00AM-7:00PM).
This requisition may be filled as a Principal Systems Engineer or a Senior Principal Systems Engineer.
Role Responsibilities:
This position is contingent upon transfer of DoD Secret Clearance
Basic Qualifications for a Principal Systems Engineer:
Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer:
Preferred Qualifications:
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
Salary Range: $95,800.00 - $143,600.00Salary Range 2: $119,200.00 - $178,800.00
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.
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.
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.
The Engineering & Sciences organization is looking for you to join our team as a Systems Test Engineer supporting Integration and Test efforts in the G/ATOR program family, based out of our portfolio in the Maritime & Land Sensors and Systems (MLSS) Division. We are seeking new team members to support both antenna and system-level testing on G/ATOR Production programs.
This position is an on-site position, and will be located in Linthicum, Maryland. Candidates must be able to work 4th shift (Fri-Sun, 7:00AM-7:00PM).
This requisition may be filled as a Principal Systems Engineer or a Senior Principal Systems Engineer.
Role Responsibilities:
- Integrate, troubleshoot, and test Antennas and RF sensor systems
- Perform Antenna Measurements and Data Reduction
- Support integration / lab environment development and establishment
- Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware teams to understand expected unit level and system level behavior, and ensure testing is producing expected data points
- Define & develop test capabilities that exercise and stress respective software and hardware capabilities
- Support the development and maintenance of system integration plans and system test plans
- Perform all responsibilities at multiple Northrop Grumman sites in Linthicum, MD
This position is contingent upon transfer of DoD Secret Clearance
Basic Qualifications for a Principal Systems Engineer:
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, a Master's degree with 3 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- A current/active DoD secret clearance is required
- Ability to perform work independently
- Experience with both Subsystem and System level test
- Experience with antenna test and performing antenna measurements
- Experience with RF lab test equipment: signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.
- Experience troubleshooting and resolving HW/SW/FW integration problems
- Experience with test scripting, data analysis, and/or signal processing
- Solid verbal and written communication skills
Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Systems Engineer:
- Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, a Master's degree with 6 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- U.S. Citizenship is required.
- A current/active DoD secret clearance is required
- Ability to perform work independently
- Experience with both Subsystem and System level test
- Experience with antenna test and performing antenna measurements
- Experience with RF lab test equipment: signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.
- Experience troubleshooting and resolving HW/SW/FW integration problems
- Experience with test scripting, data analysis, and/or signal processing
- Solid verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge and experience with antenna or subsystem control design
- Knowledge and experience with ground radars and AESA radar development, design, test
- Understanding of Systems Engineering concepts, including requirements analysis and verification planning and execution
- Multi-disciplinary engineering experience and exposure (Software/Digital, Hardware, Electrical, Systems) and strong ability to communicate cross functionally
- Familiarity working with embedded real time software and digital systems
- Master's degree in STEM or technical leadership
- Experience supporting USMC and/or USAF customer
- Ability to qualify for program access based on customer requirements (SAP/SAR)
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
Salary Range: $95,800.00 - $143,600.00Salary Range 2: $119,200.00 - $178,800.00
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.
