Northrop Grumman
Space Assembly Integration and Test (AI&T) IPT Lead - Sr. Staff Engineer Systems
Northrop Grumman, Linthicum, Maryland, United States
Overview
Space Assembly Integration and Test (AI&T) IPT Lead - Sr. Staff Engineer Systems (R10208939) at Northrop Grumman Space Systems. On-site in Linthicum, MD, in a high bay cleanroom and RF anechoic chamber/compact range. Coor dinate final (payload-level) AI&T of a Space RF Sensor Payload with an ESA antenna and processor for a prototype Space program and support for a Production follow-on for the same Payload. Responsibilities
Lead and collaborate with a team to address issues across multiple I&T activities during the Prototype and Production phases. Provide technical leadership, direction, and support to ~20 integration and test engineers (supporting, at times, 3 shifts, 24/7) for the Prototype phase. Plan and coordinate for the Production phase, whose non-recurring activities overlap with Prototype efforts. Support development and execution of the Test Router and Test Specification (T-Spec). The Test Router lists all testing in the compact range and directs Test Directors and Bench Operators. Serve as Primary POC for technical help on the phone tree. Collaborate with subject matter experts to evaluate system performance and verify requirements for sell-off. Communicate technical issues to program leadership; resolve test procedure and equipment issues. Act as Payload Representative at program meetings (TRRs, BOCs) for subassemblies (Panels, ESA antenna, Processors); update Payload AI&T status slides; participate in Payload ERB. Assist in resolving test failures: determine troubleshooting plan, prioritize testing, determine RCCA, coordinate staffing and scheduling, close Jira tickets, and contribute technical content for QNs in SAP; generate technical portions of slides for milestones and support I&T and program reviews. Manage Daily Shift Change/CCB comments on new tickets; participate in 2nd–3rd shift meetings (9 PM virtual). Lead or contribute to ART/FRB data gathering and slide generation; participate in SLC meetings and update SLC entries based on Payload testing. Basic Qualifications
BS in STEM with 14 years of relevant experience, or MS with 12 years, or PhD with 9 years. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret clearance and SCI access; no clearance required to start. Experience in Sensor System Integration and Test (e.g., RADAR, SIGINT, or COMMS). Space I&T experience at subsystem, payload, or space vehicle level. Technical leadership and ability to lead teams; willingness to travel up to 10% for program meetings and payload delivery/AI&T efforts. Preferred Qualifications
Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI access. BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering. ESA/Phased Array Antenna Integration, Test, and Calibration. Functional leadership and coaching-for-growth. Compensation and Benefits
Primary Level Salary Range: $179,600.00 - $269,400.00. The salary range is a general guideline and may vary based on scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, and market conditions. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply. Long-Term Incentives may be available for some roles. Northrop Grumman offers health, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, paid holidays, and PTO. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, which may be adjusted based on business needs. Equal Opportunity
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Decisions are made 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with government clearance and certain restricted positions.
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Space Assembly Integration and Test (AI&T) IPT Lead - Sr. Staff Engineer Systems (R10208939) at Northrop Grumman Space Systems. On-site in Linthicum, MD, in a high bay cleanroom and RF anechoic chamber/compact range. Coor dinate final (payload-level) AI&T of a Space RF Sensor Payload with an ESA antenna and processor for a prototype Space program and support for a Production follow-on for the same Payload. Responsibilities
Lead and collaborate with a team to address issues across multiple I&T activities during the Prototype and Production phases. Provide technical leadership, direction, and support to ~20 integration and test engineers (supporting, at times, 3 shifts, 24/7) for the Prototype phase. Plan and coordinate for the Production phase, whose non-recurring activities overlap with Prototype efforts. Support development and execution of the Test Router and Test Specification (T-Spec). The Test Router lists all testing in the compact range and directs Test Directors and Bench Operators. Serve as Primary POC for technical help on the phone tree. Collaborate with subject matter experts to evaluate system performance and verify requirements for sell-off. Communicate technical issues to program leadership; resolve test procedure and equipment issues. Act as Payload Representative at program meetings (TRRs, BOCs) for subassemblies (Panels, ESA antenna, Processors); update Payload AI&T status slides; participate in Payload ERB. Assist in resolving test failures: determine troubleshooting plan, prioritize testing, determine RCCA, coordinate staffing and scheduling, close Jira tickets, and contribute technical content for QNs in SAP; generate technical portions of slides for milestones and support I&T and program reviews. Manage Daily Shift Change/CCB comments on new tickets; participate in 2nd–3rd shift meetings (9 PM virtual). Lead or contribute to ART/FRB data gathering and slide generation; participate in SLC meetings and update SLC entries based on Payload testing. Basic Qualifications
BS in STEM with 14 years of relevant experience, or MS with 12 years, or PhD with 9 years. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret clearance and SCI access; no clearance required to start. Experience in Sensor System Integration and Test (e.g., RADAR, SIGINT, or COMMS). Space I&T experience at subsystem, payload, or space vehicle level. Technical leadership and ability to lead teams; willingness to travel up to 10% for program meetings and payload delivery/AI&T efforts. Preferred Qualifications
Active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI access. BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering. ESA/Phased Array Antenna Integration, Test, and Calibration. Functional leadership and coaching-for-growth. Compensation and Benefits
Primary Level Salary Range: $179,600.00 - $269,400.00. The salary range is a general guideline and may vary based on scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, and market conditions. Overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses may apply. Long-Term Incentives may be available for some roles. Northrop Grumman offers health, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, paid holidays, and PTO. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, which may be adjusted based on business needs. Equal Opportunity
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Decisions are made 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with government clearance and certain restricted positions.
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