Northrop Grumman

Systems Engineer - Level 5

Northrop Grumman$177K — $265K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD in a STEM discipline with 8-12 years of relevant engineering experience.
  • Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance required.
  • Experience with spacecraft subsystem hardware and test support equipment (ACS, AFM, etc.) is essential.
  • Proficiency in electrical hardware troubleshooting and software scripting in Python and DSATS.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership and capability to manage complex engineering changes.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain the testbed facility supporting space vehicle integration.
  • Manage setup, configuration, parts procurement, and fabrication for testbed operations.
  • Lead validation and verification (V&V) testing and troubleshoot hardware anomalies.
  • Collaborate with sub-project managers to assess engineering changes and impacts.
  • Perform system integration activities and support technical reviews.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k and Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance and Employee Assistance Programs
  • Paid Time Off and Health & Wellness Resources
  • Flexible schedules, including a 9/80 work option for enhanced work-life balance.
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's Space Systems Sector is seeking a Systems Engineer - Level 5 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA.

*Please be aware that this position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

The team is looking for a Senior Hardware/Electrical Integration Engineer to support the Space Vehicle Testbed (SVTB) team. The selected candidate is expected to support hardware and electrical integration for the Space Vehicle Testbeds test facility that provides a high fidelity, hardware-in-the-loop, real-time, closed-loop simulation of a space vehicle that leverages product line bus heritage. This representation of the space vehicle demands integration of a hybrid Engineering Model (EM) and software simulation design, Bus Flight Software, Databases (MCTDb & DSATs), Vehicle Dynamics Simulator (VDS), Communication Payload (CPL), Mission Payload (MPL), Engineering Ground Support Equipment, ground element workstations, and flight-like harnessing (TT&C and EM-to-EM interfaces). The final design will be applied to meet compatibility testing and flight software validation objectives that are crucial for meeting mission needs and addressing accommodation challenges for the broader Electrical Systems and Flight Software organizations.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

-Candidate must have a sound foundation in mechanical and/or electrical engineering.

-The Sr. Hardware/Electrical Engineer is primarily responsible for the design and maintenance of the testbed facility, managing the setup and configuration of the testbed, procuring parts, managing fabrication, and supporting test engineering objectives inclusive of V&V test execution and analyzing and troubleshooting anomalous behavior in hardware systems.

-Experience in hardware integration and management as well as Verification & Validation testing for testbeds or Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) required.

-Ownership over the testbed hardware design, directly collaborating with the Space Vehicle Testbed Sub-Project Manager to assess ECRs (Engineering Change Request) flowed through Engineering Review Board (ERB) for impacts, define solution trade space, and lead solution implementation.

-Experience in technical leadership inclusive of technical baseline management and execution of major technical reviews.

-Demonstrate decisiveness and ability to make sound technical judgments and recommendations with limited information.

-Ability to motivate and guide teams and activities without having formal "ownership" of the staff supporting those activities.

-Experience engaging directly with internal and external technical and programmatic stakeholders.

-Perform system integration as well as verification and validation (V&V).

-Exhibit proficiency in electrical hardware troubleshooting.

-Exhibit proficiency in software scripting and debugging in DSATS (Direct Support Automatic Test Systems) and Python.

-Lead configuration of the Testbed Facility.

-Oversee procurement, fabrication, and manufacturing of parts.

Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineer - Level 5:

-Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 12+ years of engineering experience OR

-Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 10+ years of engineering experience OR

-PhD in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience

-Candidate must have an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance (or equivalent) at time of application and prior to start date. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

-Experience with common spacecraft subsystem hardware and/or models as well as test support equipment (ACS, AFM, EGSE, EPS, FSW, C&DH, TCS, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications for Systems Engineer - Level 5:

-Ability to work in a collaborative team environment

-Strong communication and time management skills

-Detail-oriented and strong organizational skills

-Knowledge of Systems Engineering processes

-Ability to proficiently use tools such as MS Project, Power Point, Excel, Jira, and DOORS

-Familiarity with DSATS (Direct Support Automatic Test Systems).

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the following link: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space.

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site: Northrop Grumman Total Rewards

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:

-Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

-401k

-Educational Assistance

-Life Insurance

-Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

-Paid Time Off

-Health & Wellness Resources

-Employee Discounts

-Flexible Schedules: for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00

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.

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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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