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Northrop Grumman

Systems Test Engineer / Principal Systems Test Engineer - R10202876

Northrop Grumman, Chantilly, Virginia, United States, 22021

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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.

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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software‑secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi‑domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions.

Are you interested in defining possible? Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a candidate to fill a Systems Test Engineer / Principal Systems Test Engineer position.

This position will be located in Chantilly, VA at the SIGINT Technology Center's (STC). The STC is where technology and teamwork come together to meet the unique needs of the Intelligence Community and Department of Defense. The STC is comprised of multiple mission‑focused programs with projects ranging from Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) SIGINT payload and data link development to OCONUS/CONUS mission/maintenance support. STC tasks include system design, engineering development, system integration, hands‑on build and test, field operations and maintenance, training, and production.

Roles And Responsibilities

Support operations and maintenance of fielded SIGINT systems

Execute test procedures on our System Integration Labs (SILs)

Develop, review, and update documentation including test procedures, reports, etc.

Develop and execute procedures to be executed by others for use in real time operations, OCONUS test sites, and System Integration Labs (SILs)

Support the assembly, test, and documentation for hardware components, software operations, and high‑level systems

Collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team to upgrade and improve developmental and fielded systems to maximize uptime and capabilities

Obtain knowledge of system architecture & mission operations

Extended Responsibilities May Include

Participate in CONUS flight test events.

Develop product and engineering solutions.

Aid in designing systems and test kits.

Basic Qualifications For Systems Test Engineer

Must have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent STEM related discipline.

Minimum of 2 years of experience with a bachelor’s degree; Minimum of 0 years with master’s degree; Minimum of 0 Years experience with PhD

Willing and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre‑requisite)

A background in system testing with software and hardware integration

Knowledge and familiarity with Windows and Linux Operating Systems, specifically the ability to execute in command line and rapidly navigate both operating systems

Experience executing test procedures and writing test reports

Demonstrated experience in documentation and process development

Knowledge of RF and radio communication system components & functions

Experience with networking architecture and Cisco language

Strong interdisciplinary problem‑solving skills, demonstrated by frequent and successful application of technical standards, theories, concepts, and techniques.

Basic Qualifications For Principal Systems Test Engineer

Must have a bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or an equivalent STEM related discipline.

Minimum of 5 Years of experience with a bachelor’s degree; Minimum of 3 Years with master’s degree; Minimum of 1 Years experience with PhD

Willing and able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Security Clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre‑requisite)

A background in system testing with software and hardware integration

Knowledge and familiarity with Windows and Linux Operating Systems, specifically the ability to execute in command line and rapidly navigate both operating systems

Experience executing test procedures and writing test reports

Demonstrated experience in documentation and process development

Knowledge of RF and radio communication system components & functions

Experience with networking architecture and Cisco language

Strong interdisciplinary problem‑solving skills, demonstrated by frequent and successful application of technical standards, theories, concepts, and techniques.

Preferred Qualifications For Both Levels

Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance

Experience in cable testing

Proficient with RF test equipment

Experience with lab test equipment such as function generator, oscilloscope, multi‑meter, spectrum analyzers, etc.

Knowledge and experience with scripting for automation

Knowledge of system architecture

Knowledge of SIGINT operations

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include health plan, savings plan, paid time off and additional benefits including education assistance, training and development, 9/80 work schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $81,300.00 - $121,900.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 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.

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