Sentinel Engineer / Principal Engineer Systems Test 15129*

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

**Description**

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 Strategic Deterrent Systems division is seeking a **Test Engineer / Principal Test Engineer** to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.

This position will be located in ( **Roy, UT** ) and will support test and checkout activities supporting the Sentinel, formerly Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD), program.

**What You’ll Get To Do: (Essential Functions)**

+ Support the development of test requirements and detailed integration test plans, test procedures, test readiness reviews (TRRs), test data and test reports
+ Execution of qualification and acceptance testing per requirements, plans and procedures
+ Execute tests, manage and prioritize problems/failures
+ Participate in internal and customer test planning working groups
+ Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment
+ Write and deliver test presentations in support of program reviews and customer delivery (CDRL) development
+ Compile data and define changes required in test equipment, test procedures, or new test requirements
+ Troubleshoot both test and prototype issues & create Test Discrepancy Reports to document issues
+ Collaborate with systems engineers, testing houses, development engineers and other stakeholders involved in the testing process.
+ Review test plans, procedures, and reports; witness testing as the Cognizant Engineer
+ Participate in technical exchange meetings, interfacing with customers (internal/external) and contributing to a broad range of program deliverables

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, 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

_This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80.

The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off._

**You’ll Bring These Qualifications: (Basic Qualifications)**

Basic Qualifications Test Engineer: **(T02)**

+ 2 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; Master's degree 0 years of relevant experience.; 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Basic Qualifications Principal Test Engineer: **(T03)**

+ 5 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; Master's degree 3 years of relevant experience.; PhD 1 year relevant experience.; 4 additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.
+ At least (2) years of demonstrated experience in writing Electrical/Mechanical component testing documentations (i.e..

Troubleshooting, test plans, procedures, reports)

Basic Qualifications Required: **(Both Levels)**

+ U.S. Citizen with an ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance; (must be current & within scope at time of application)
+ An ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need
+ Familiarity with systems engineering integration and test principles and processes.

**These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have: Preferred Qualifications:**

+ Security + Certification
+ Experience with automated test equipment for cable testing.
+ Active Top-Secret Clearance
+ Experience DOORS, IBM JAZZ
+ Active Special Access Program (SAP) access
+ Experience with Command & Control Systems
+ B.S. in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or Systems Engineering
+ Experience with Model-Based Engineering Tools, including Cameo
+ Experience with test equipment design, procedures, and reports
+ Familiarity with testing standards like Mil-Std-810, D0-160 or Mil-Std.-461/464
+ Experience coordinating and leading integrated testing activities with multiple test teams
+ Cable testing/design experience (especially with automated test equipment)
+ Familiarity with Atlassian applications JIRA and Confluence
+ Experience with mechanical and/or electrical design
+ Test Automation scripting experience with Real Time Operating Systems (RTOS)
+ Ability to effectively communicate and present technical details to peers, and stakeholders

**_#Sentinelintandtest_**

Salary Range: $70,200.00 - $105,400.00Salary Range 2: $86,600.00 - $130,000.00

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.

Required Skill Profession

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