Sr Principal Engineer Systems Test – System Test SME (25-504)

Northrop Grumman

82d • $113,500 - $170,300

About The Position

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 Space Systems—Launch and Missile Defense Systems offers an excellent opportunity for a Sr Principal Engineer Systems Test – System Test SME (25-504) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. This position, based at Schriever Space Force Base in Colorado Springs, CO, plays a vital role in supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not offer relocation support and requires on-site work with no remote options.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field such as Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related discipline from an accredited university is preferred, along with 8 years of experience; or a Master’s degree (preferred) in a STEM-related field with 6 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related field with 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10% to support business needs.
• Experience in integration and testing within the Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree in Systems Engineering.
• INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification.
• Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Fundamental (OCSMP - MBF).
• Self-starter with strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Prior experience with the C2BMC program in any role.

Responsibilities

• Planning and analyzing all ground and flight tests related to the C2BMC program.
• Conducting various types of ground tests including Pairwise tests, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI), Integrated Ground Test (GTI), Distributed Ground Test (GTD), Cyber Tests, and Space Domain Awareness (SDA).
• Performing flight tests with predetermined sensors and shooters.
• Managing international events consisting of various ground and flight tests.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree