Northrop Grumman (SkillBridge) - I&T Systems / Principal I&T Systems Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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.

SkillBridge Program Description

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel navigate their next chapter into civilian careers. Approximately 20% of Northrop Grumman’s 100,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 2,000 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman SkillBridge Program is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The program is an opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The SkillBridge Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Responsibilities for SkillBridge Program participation are

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program. Goals – Provide separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands-on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC. Objectives - Service Members who complete the SkillBridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands-on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities. Outcome – Offer service-members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

SkillBridge Eligibility

Has served at least 180 days on active duty Is within 12 months of separation or retirement Will receive an honorable discharge Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

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Before Applying IMPORTANT – Please SkillBridge Prescreen by Joining the Military / Veteran Talent Network Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! The Engineering & Sciences organization is looking for you to join our team as an I&T Systems Engineer OR Principal I&T Systems Engineer supporting Integration and Test efforts in the G/ATOR program family, based out of our portfolio in the Multidomain Sensing, Targeting and Survivability (MSTS) Division. This position is an on-site, primarily 1st shift position, and will be located in Baltimore, Maryland. Note that the scope for this role requires supporting outdoor test efforts during multiple shifts; candidates must be flexible to support testing in evenings and on weekends at times when the program schedules require it.

Role Responsibilities

Integrating, troubleshooting, and testing RF sensor systems Supporting integration / lab environment development and establishment Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware teams to understand expected unit level and system level behavior to define test cases, and ensure testing is producing expected data points. Define & develop test capabilities that exercise and stress respective software and hardware capabilities. Support the development and maintenance of system integration plans and system test plans. This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below This requisition may be filled at either a Level 2 or a Principal Level.

Basic Qualifications for a Systems Engineer

Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. U.S. Citizenship & Active DoD Secret Clearance Ability to support multiple shifts (i.e. 2nd shift, weekends) when test schedule demands it Ability to support an indoor / outdoor test environment Experience with RF lab test equipment: signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc. Experience troubleshooting and resolving HW/SW/FW integration problems Experience with test scripting, data analysis, and/or signal processing Knowledge of RF systems and hardware Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment Self-motivated and can take ownership on tasks Solid verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate internally Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Systems Engineer

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree. U.S. Citizenship & Active DoD Secret Clearance Ability to support multiple shifts (i.e. 2nd shift, weekends) when test schedule demands it Ability to support an indoor / outdoor test environment Experience with RF lab test equipment: signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc. Experience troubleshooting and resolving HW/SW/FW integration problems Experience with test scripting, data analysis, and/or signal processing Knowledge of RF systems and hardware Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment Self-motivated and can take ownership on tasks Solid verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate internally Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of Systems Engineering concepts, including requirements analysis and verification planning and execution Multi