System Test Engineer -Control Segment/ Principal System Test Engineer -Control Segment

Northrop Grumman•Palmdale, CA

3d•$83,400 - $155,400•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a System Test Engineer -Control Segment/ Principal System Test Engineer -Control Segment to join the team of qualified individuals. Position is located in Edwards AFB, CA or Palmdale, CA. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 2 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree AND 0 year of related professional/military experience (for System Test Engineer -Control Segment Level 2).
Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Ph.D. AND 1 year of related professional/military experience (for Principal System Test Engineer -Control Segment Level 3).
Must have an active US Government Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
Experience with Linux and Windows Operating Systems
Computer Network hardware/software configuration experience
Familiarity with Linux command line
Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include pre-planned extended shifts, holidays, and weekends

Nice To Haves

Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
Ability to read/understand engineering blueprints/drawings (electrical interconnect, equipment rack)
Must be able to obtain/maintain IAT Level 2 Security Certification (Security +, CySA+, CCNA Security, GICSP,GSEC, SSCP) or IAT DoD level 3 (CASP, CCNP-Security, CISA, CISSP,GCED, GCIH) or able to obtain and maintain within 6 months of start date
Experience with Line-of-sight and Beyond Line-of-Sight Radio Frequency systems
Experience with USG aircraft operations
Familiarity with Crew Resource Management
Ability to read and understand network configurations (Routing protocols, network address translations, multicast)
Virtualization Experience (VMware VSphere)
Knowledge of Flight Test Operations
Experience with systems test processes

Responsibilities

Ensuring System-Under-Test readiness to execute the tests safely and efficiently.
Serves as an integral part of the test team and provides subject matter expertise during test events.
Troubleshoots and resolves issues during test events as required.
Assesses anomalies, documents troubleshooting efforts, and develops resolutions in accordance with documented procedures in conjunction with Test and Quality Engineering.
Perform software installations as required.
Maintain configuration management of software and hardware.
Authoring and editing procedure documents as required.