Sr Principal System Engineer - Integration & Test (AHT)
About The Position
Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is hiring a Sr Principal Systems Engineer – Level 4 to support Ground Element integration and test activities in factory (DT&E1) and site (DT&E2) environments. The role includes test procedure development, dry-runs and run-for-record testing, and preparation for and participation in Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and Test Review Boards (TRBs). The engineer will also contribute to Requests for Change (RFCs) and Ground Element technical documentation, including Network Interface Planning Documents, System Test Plans, Facilities Requirements Documents, and Site Integration Requirements. The position is based in Redondo Beach, California, and includes factory and site work as well as site installation, integration, and verification activities, with travel to operational locations as required. The role requires an active SCI clearance at application, or an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance at application and the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain SCI clearance before starting. Continued employment depends on maintaining the required clearance and program access. Relocation assistance may be available.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline and 8 or more years of engineering experience, or a master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 or more years of experience, or a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 4 or more years of experience.
- Active SCI clearance at the time of application, or an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (or equivalent) at application and before the start date, along with the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain an active SCI before the start date.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, often for extended periods of up to two months.
- At least three years of experience in test procedure development, test planning, and/or integration and test.
- Demonstrated written and oral communication skills through written requirements, test, and evaluation criteria.
Nice To Haves
- Active SCI clearance at the time of application.
- Working knowledge of Linux operating systems.
- Experience working in a command-line environment.
- Working knowledge of scripting languages such as Python.
- Experience in software integration activities.
- Experience in basic networking.
- CompTIA Security+ certification or higher.
- Working knowledge of test instruments such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.
- Experience troubleshooting complex systems.
- Experience with ground segment testing and ground integration activities.
- Experience working as part of a diverse team in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with automated test and integration frameworks, including Playwright.
Responsibilities
- Develop, update, and execute Ground Element system-level integration and test procedures in factory and site environments.
- Plan and conduct dry-runs and run-for-record test executions, coordinating test resources, configurations, and data collection.
- Prepare and present test objectives, configurations, results, and discrepancies for Test Readiness Reviews and Test Review Boards.
- Analyze test data to verify requirements compliance, identify anomalies, conduct root-cause analysis, and coordinate discrepancy resolution with multidisciplinary teams.
- Develop or provide inputs to Requests for Change and configuration or change-control artifacts based on test findings and system needs.
- Author and maintain Ground Element technical documentation, including Network Interface Planning Documents, System Test Plans, Site Integration Requirements, and Facilities Requirements Documents.
- Support hardware, software, and network integration in the ground system, including configuration, checkout, and complex interface troubleshooting.
- Collaborate with software, network, and systems engineering teams to support testability, integration readiness, and requirements verification.
- Participate in site installation, integration, and verification activities, including travel to operational locations as required.
- Follow established test processes, configuration management, and quality standards, and identify and implement improvements to test efficiency and effectiveness.
Benefits
- Medical coverage
- Dental coverage
- Vision coverage
- 401(k)
- Educational assistance
- Life insurance
- Employee assistance programs and work/life solutions
- Paid time off
- Health and wellness resources
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedules, including the option of a 9/80 work schedule
- Disability insurance
- Company-paid holidays
- Potential eligibility for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
