Principal Engineer Systems Test – Test Support SME (24-353) - Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU) : Job Details

Requisition ID: R10172389

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Schriever AFB, Colorado, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Top Secret

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: Days (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Positions Available: 1

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems – Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Principal Engineer Systems Test – Test Support SME (24-353) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO.

Position Overview:

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, to see the battle develop collectively, and to dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapons systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives.

Support test and analysis activities of the Missile Defense National Team for C2BMC Architecture and System Engineering Global. Work with a multi-contractor team in the development and execution of a comprehensive test and analysis program supporting a capability-based acquisition of the C2BMC Element of the BMDS. Plan and implement testing of C2BMC and related BMDS software and hardware components and perform post-test data analysis and reporting in a group environment to validate and verify the C2BMC interface and system-level requirements.

Essential Functions:

• Experience with DoD test methodologies and terminologies, Missile Defense Agency elements or components, and associated test tools.

• Participating in system test events, exercises, and wargames.

• Independently and cooperatively develop test objectives, concepts, and architectures in the BMDS system context, write and execute test plans and procedures, and coordinate post-test analysis across the National Teams and MDA.

• Common Data Analysis techniques and be proficient in all Microsoft Office applications.

Basic Qualifications:

• An active Top Secret clearance is required to start.

• 5 years' experience with a bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related field; 3 years' experience with a master's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics or a related field; or 9 years' experience in lieu of a degree.

• Understanding of DoD and missile defense command and control, battle management, architectures, and communications system concepts.

• Experience developing test objectives and related data analysis plans and procedures, and preparing and presenting system test analysis results.

• Ability to technically and clearly communicate these concepts across a broad spectrum of audiences.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with operational systems (e.g., Aegis, Patriot), developmental systems (e.g., GMD, THAAD), message formats (e.g., TADIL-J, VMF), and off-the-shelf statistical analysis packages (e.g., MATLAB or S+) is highly desired.

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Salary Range: $88,600 - $133,000

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.