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Northrop Grumman is looking for a Systems Engineer - Integration and Test to support our Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) department on the EGI-M program based out of Woodland Hills, California. As a member of the SEIT department you’ll work in a fast-paced team environment alongside physicists, design engineers, and superconducting foundry engineers to make our technologies a reality.
Responsibilities:
- Support the development, implementation, and verification of tests algorithms and software and simulation tools to perform guidance, navigation and control of aircraft.
- Identify, troubleshoot, and remediate equipment issues to support system build-out and sell-off.
- Communicate project status to the Integration and Test (I&T) IPT Lead.
- Collaborate with systems engineers to perform system architecture characterization studies on various system components.
- Design, develop, and implement testing methods for individual pieces of equipment (both custom and COTS) and entire systems.
- Compile data and help to define changes required in testing methodology, equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, and new testing requirements.
- This is a full‑time, on‑site role in Woodland Hills, CA.
Basic Qualifications for Staff DO-229 Systems Engineer (I&T) Lead:
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience.
- Working knowledge of DO-229D Appendix R.
- Knowledge of DO-178C development process.
- Knowledge of TSO/MSO-C145.
- Working Knowledge of Test Automation/Simulation for GPS Integrity Verification and Validation.
- Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Demonstrated ability to use basic manual tools.
- This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications for Staff DO-229 Systems Engineer (I&T) Lead:
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.
- Working knowledge of Spirent or other GPS testing equipment.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, master's degree with 10 years, or PhD with 8 years
- Working knowledge of DO-229D Appendix R
- Knowledge of DO-178C development process
- Knowledge of TSO/MSO-C145
- Working knowledge of test automation and simulation for GPS integrity verification and validation
- Demonstrated problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to use basic manual tools
- U.S. citizenship
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
- Active Secret security clearance
- Working knowledge of standard test equipment, including network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, or signal analyzers
- Working knowledge of Spirent or other GPS testing equipment
Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.
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We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.






