Northrop Grumman

Engineer Systems Test/ Principal Engineer System Test

Northrop Grumman$83K — $155K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM and 2 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with no experience for Systems Test Engineer.
  • Bachelor's degree in STEM and 5 years of relevant experience, or Master's degree with 3 years of experience for Principal Systems Test Engineer.
  • Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance is required.
  • Current CompTIA Security+ certification is mandatory.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills are essential.
  • Ability to work autonomously and effectively manage problem-solving initiatives.
  • Experience with requirements documentation is necessary.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and publish Integrated Test Plans and detailed test schedules.
  • Provide laboratory support for integration testing activities.
  • Organize and lead test planning working groups.
  • Collaborate with teams to define test configurations and data requirements.
  • Review test requirements to ensure program completeness.
  • Conduct technical analysis of systems and prepare evaluations.
  • Support test readiness reviews and conduct pre/post-test briefings.
  • Contribute to data analysis for anomaly identification and resolution.
  • Maintain metrics on testing status and constraints.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Health insurance coverage offered.
  • Life and disability insurance provided.
  • Savings plan available for employees.
  • Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) are provided.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Systems Test Engineer/ Principal System Test Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This position will be in the Rancho Bernardo area of San Diego, CA.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated candidate to join our team as a Test Engineer. This role involves the development and publication of Integrated Test Plans, detailed test plans, test schedules, and test procedures for System Level (SYSIII) testing. The ideal candidate will also provide essential laboratory support for integration testing and facilitate test planning working groups.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Develop and publish Integrated Test Plans and detailed test schedules and procedures for SYSIII testing.
  • Provide laboratory support for integration testing activities.
  • Organize and lead test planning working groups.
  • Collaborate with design and analysis teams to define test configurations and data requirements.
  • Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure the completeness of the test program.
  • Conduct technical analysis of complete systems and prepare comprehensive evaluations at the system level.
  • Support test readiness reviews and conduct pre/post-test briefings.
  • Conduct and contribute to pre- and post-test data analyses to support anomaly identification and resolution.
  • Maintain metrics on testing status and constraints.


*This position may be filled at either level based on qualifications*

Basic Qualifications for Systems Test Engineer:
  • A Bachelors of Science in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) and 2 years of relevant experience or a Masters degree with 0 years of relevant experience.


Basic Qualifications for Principal Systems Test Engineer:
  • A Bachelors of Science in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) and 5 years of relevant experience or a Masters degree with 3 years of relevant experience.


Basic Qualifications for both levels:
  • Must have an active U.S Government Secret Clearance
  • Current CompTIA Security+ certification
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time to meet business needs.
  • Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
  • Capability to work with minimal supervision and develop effective approaches to problem-solving
  • Able to support on extended work hours, weekend shift rotation, and second shift
  • Experience working with requirements


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Prior experience working in a lab environments
  • Knowledge of system engineering processes
  • Familiar with the Agile development methodology
  • Familiarity with IBM Jazz
  • Familiarity with IBM DOORS
  • System Requirement development experience
  • Prior MQ-4C Triton experience


Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
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