Northrop Grumman

Integration and Test Engineer Lead - Level 6

Northrop Grumman$175K — $262K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Government Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance required
  • Bachelor's degree and 14 years of experience, or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree
  • Proven background in ground system software deployment and testing
  • Experience leading Integration & Test activities in a high-stakes environment
  • Proficient in defining and executing test strategies
  • Familiarity with troubleshooting software issues and root cause analysis
  • Knowledge of scripting languages like Python or Bash, and version control with Git

Responsibilities

  • Maintain integration and testing processes for space ground stations
  • Coordinate activities with engineers and customers for successful integration
  • Document hardware/software discrepancies and work on root cause solutions
  • Design and develop tooling to enhance testing processes
  • Monitor and guide test execution to ensure compliance with strategies
  • Engage in proactive troubleshooting of software issues
  • Generate detailed problem reports and facilitate collaborative resolutions

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available
  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance included
  • Savings plan available
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
  • Annual performance-based bonuses
  • Potential for overtime and shift differentials
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Position Overview: Maintain processes and procedures for the integration and test of space ground stations, and/or related equipment. Coordinate integration activities with supervisors, program engineers and various customer organizations. Document and disposition hardware and software discrepancies and pursuing root cause and corrective actions. Design and developing tooling to aid in the integration and test process. This position requires being onsite and does not support remote or hybrid work. Basic Qualifications: • Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance at the time of application • Bachelor's degree with 14 years of relevant experience; 12 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree; 10 years of relevant experience with a PhD. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. • Experience with ground system software deployment, integration and testing in complex, layered, environments • Leadership of Integration & Test activities during demonstration & test -based verification campaigns • Ability to clearly define and communicate test strategy, drive progress and remove roadblocks • Understanding of requirements decomposition, verification activity planning and execution • Development and review of software-intensive test plans & procedures • Ability to proactively identify software issues, perform troubleshooting and root cause investigation in support of generating detailed problem reports and engage in rapid, collaborative resolution • Experience with Scripting languages (e.g. Python, Bash), Git Preferred Qualifications: • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) • Understanding of Agile roles and responsibilities • Expertise/understanding of Robot Framework, Kubernetes, AWS, Java Primary Level Salary Range: $175,300.00 - $262,900.00 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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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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