Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Senior Principal System Test Engineer / Principal System Test Engineer for the Launch Systems team. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Sentinel (GBSD) program. This position will support system test activities be responsible including prototype, development and qualification testing.
In this role, you will be responsible for:
What You'll Get To Do:
- As part of an Integrated Product Team (IPT) you will work with System Engineers, Designers and Analysts to plan, execute and document testing for your assigned systems.
- Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of test program
- Develop test plans, procedures and test reports.
- Support development of instrumentation requirements for testing.
- Oversee and direct both test house activities and supplier testing activities for assigned systems
- Provide test status to customer. Document test results and prepare test status documentation.
- Collaborate with systems engineers, suppliers, lab operations and other stakeholders involved in the testing process
Basic Qualifications:
Typical Minimum Education or Experience
- T03: 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD; In lieu of formal degree – 4 years of relevant experience
- T04: 8 Years with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD; In lieu of formal degree – 4 years of relevant experience
BQs for both levels:
- US Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance or higher adjudicated within the past 6 years
- Knowledge of system integration and test principles
- Experience with development and qualification testing, including test planning, execution, and reporting phases of test.
- Experience leading a multidisciplinary team.
- Experience preparing and presenting technical status to leadership and customers.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active DOD Top-Secret Clearance with completed investigation within the last 6 years
- Experience with one or more of the following:
- EMI & EMC Testing per Mil-Std-461
- Shock and Vibration testing per Mil-Std-810
- Construction Material and Structural testing
- Facility Power and ECS testing
- A&E testing
- Supplier Management Experience
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
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Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 - $167,500.00The 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.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.Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science with 5 years of relevant experience for Principal level, or master's degree with 3 years, PhD with 1 year, or equivalent relevant experience
- Bachelor of Science with 8 years of relevant experience for Senior Principal level, or master's degree with 6 years, PhD with 4 years, or equivalent relevant experience
- U.S. citizenship
- Active Secret clearance or higher, adjudicated within the past six years
- Knowledge of system integration and test principles
- Experience with development and qualification testing, including test planning, execution, and reporting
- Experience leading a multidisciplinary team
- Experience preparing and presenting technical status to leadership and customers
- Active Department of Defense Top Secret clearance with investigation completed within the last six years
- Experience with EMI and EMC testing per MIL-STD-461
- Experience with shock and vibration testing per MIL-STD-810
- Experience with construction material and structural testing
- Experience with facility power and ECS testing
- Experience with A&E testing
- Supplier management experience
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