Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer based out of Elkridge, MD.

This role includes CONUS/OCONUS travel. During travel you will be eligible to receive domestic/international assignment benefits, allowances and/or premiums negotiated between Northrop Grumman and the customer.

What You’ll get to Do:

The candidate will provide direct technical support for the AN/TPS-78 Ground/Base RADAR system. In this role they will provide expert technical advice in the production, operation, training, maintenance and repair of TPS-78 systems.

In addition, the candidate will: provide technical assistance to foreign and domestic Military customers in the setup, operation, troubleshooting and repairs of deployed TPS-78 systems.  The candidate can be called upon to provide remote support and/or on-site troubleshooting and repair in response to requests for technical assistance.  In response for these requests the candidate can be called upon to provide refresher training; documentation of the results of maintenance, troubleshooting and problem resolution actions.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Provide subject matter expertise on system operations, signal flow, electronics theory, troubleshooting, and fault isolation

• Support engineering efforts related to the development, testing and analysis of upgrades, replacement or modifications in design and/or procedural use changes.

• Ensure other personnel are adhering to established procedures and schedules

• Aid in training and courseware/product development

• Participate in testing and evaluation of TPS-78 system improvements and new software baselines, documenting test results and recommendations

• Participate in technical documentation review and modifications

• Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 8  years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree and 6 years of relevant experience;

• Experience interpreting one or more of the following: Technical Drawings, Diagrams, Instructions, or Schematics

• Experience with electrical safety procedures, hazardous material handling and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

• Familiarity with electronic test equipment such as Digital Multi-Meters (DMM's), oscilloscopes, power supplies. Network analyzers, power meters or break out boxes

• Familiarity with System Integration Test and Evaluation and processes and procedures or equivalent

• Must have the physical ability to easily maneuver around equipment in test lab, lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds; this may include, lifting and moving heavy test equipment, cables, and radar system structures (legs, sand pads, etc.).

• Practical experience with maintenance processes and procedures

• Must possess excellent Interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills and flexibility with this position.

• Personal computer skills (competent with MS Office applications)

• General Networking skills preferably with CISCO equipment such as, setting up switches.

• System administration skills setting up computer networks

• Ability to support multiple shifts and CONUS/OCONUS travel.

• U.S. Citizenship and active/current U.S. Government Secret clearance are required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Military background a plus

• Proficient at collaborating with customers and NGC counterparts to define, refine, and maintain program strategies.

• Practical experience with Air Defense/Surveillance Radar (TPS78, TPS-75, TPS70 and TPS43 RADAR systems)

• Practical experience with maintenance processes and procedures, to include echelons/levels of maintenance (i.e. 1st through 4th echelon, or field level)

• Familiarity with  logistics support and repair parts requisition processes

• Able to plan and carry out difficult and complex assignments and develop new methods, approaches, and procedures

• Practical experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting radar systems

• Practical experience with deployment and setup of ground-based mobile radar systems

Primary Level Salary Range: $123,400.00 - $185,000.00

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.

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.