RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time
DescriptionNorthrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer . This position will be located at our Mission Systems sector in
Quonset Point, RI.The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Strategic Weapons System Launcher Testing based out of Quonset Point, RI., a General Dynamics Electric Boat (GDEB) location. You will be part of a small, highly specialized team that will install and test of the Trident II Submarine Launcher Subsystem for U.S. Navy’s Columbia class submarine: a new construction ballistic missile submarine program. The ideal candidate is a self-starter, with excellent communication skills, exhibits flexibility, and works well within a diverse team environment.
Roles and Responsibilities
Provide technical support to shipyard personnel on the installation, operation, and maintenance of the Trident II Submarine Launcher Subsystem and support equipment at both the Quonset Point, RI and Groton, CT shipyard sites.
Witness and participate in the conduct of test procedures as part of the Shipyard Installation and Test Program (SITP) for COLUMBIA Class SSBNs.
Support test program readiness reviews, participate in working groups, and attend daily standup meetings as required.
Train shipyard personnel in equipment operation, installation, maintenance, inspection procedures, and installation techniques.
Analyze equipment failures to determine cause and recommend corrective action.
Prepare required status reports and a daily log of tasks/repairs accomplished.
Work in a multi-stakeholder environment to resolve time sensitive deck plate issues.
Update government approved test program documentation to support execution, improve efficiency, or correct deficiencies.
Collaborate with UK based test personnel on lessons learned during execution of SITP for Dreadnought Class SSBNs.
Basic Qualifications:
A candidate must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:
Be completing or has completed their degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, or PhD) from an accredited institution
Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) degree
Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
Must be willing to support occasional travel up to 25%.
Must be willing to work on a rotating schedule, as needed; periodic shift work and weekend work may be required based on testing and operational needs
Preferred Qualifications:
Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
Work experience with any one or more of the following backgrounds: Submersible Ship Ballistic Nuclear (SSBN), or Ship Submersible Guided Missile Nuclear (SSGN), or Strategic Weapons Systems operations, or Shipyard Integrated Test Program.
Experience with Strategic System Program (SSP) operations and the Fleet Ballistic Missile (FBM) Program.
Experience on the D5 Launcher Subsystem and Launcher Support Equipment.
Experience working in a SSBN new construction or overhaul shipyard.
Experience in an environment with strict procedural compliance.
Salary Range: $72,700-$109,100
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Primary Level Salary Range: $72,700.00 - $109,100.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
