Jobs in Cardiff, United Kingdom

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

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.

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.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Field Engineer Level 4 for deployment to overseas field locations and successfully complete GSEG SME required training in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo), CA with some travel to other US locations such as Baltimore, MD and Jacksonville, FL.

This EX-PAT position will be assigned to one of the following overseas locations: UAE, Guam/Japan, or Sigonella, Italy for a minimum of 24 months.

As an international assignee, you will be eligible to receive international assignment benefits, allowances and/or premiums negotiated between Northrop Grumman and the customer.

• Be part of The Triton Ground Segment Integrated Product Team (IPT) overseas.
• Be part of a deployment team and perform hands-on technical tasks during ground system installation and integration activities.
• Join a Field Engineering team supporting initial deployment, operations and maintenance of a complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication system.
• Work closely with several diverse Integrated Product Teams as well as provide guidance to manufacturing engineering, logistics and operations staff.
• Quickly develop Triton ground segment system and process knowledge by working closely with the local design and production team.
• Serve as the technical Support onsite during physical installs of ground segment systems.
• Work closely with the Military/Government customer as well as internal Northrop Grumman engineering teams.
• Assist and develop proficiency with performance of other engineering and operational duties as required.
• Maintain certifications and training of the most current and relevant technologies and aspects of a dynamic system.

• 8 years experience with a Bachelor's Degree in Science; or 6 years experience with Master's Degree in Science.
• Experience with the repair, configuration, troubleshooting and operations of network devices and computer systems (Windows and Unix Operating Systems).
• Must be able to use engineering drawings for troubleshooting and use standard desktop computer and Windows based tools to produce or edit documents.
• Must be very well rounded and knowledgeable in SW installation procedures, commercial IT equipment troubleshooting, system level acceptance testing, and commercial electronics hardware.
• Knowledge of Python and PowerShell scripting.
• Experience with Microsoft Server, Windows domain architectures, Windows Active Directory, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems.
• Experience with SIPR network, trusted downloads and DoD Safe.
• Experience working in a diverse and complex HW and SW integration and deployment environment.
• Comp TIA Security+ and A+ Certifications (experience in lieu of A+ cert is acceptable), or ability to obtain within 3 months.
• Candidate must be willing to work extended hours and non-standard shifts.
• Must have the physical ability to easily maneuver around equipment in test lab, lift equipment weighing up to 40 pounds.
• Willingness and ability to successfully complete GSEG SME required training in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo), CA with some travel to other US locations.
• Willingness and ability to support an international assignment in Japan, Italy, United Arab Emirates, or Guam for a minimum of 24 months.
• US Citizenship required. At minimum must have a DoD Top Secret clearance that is in-scope or currently enrolled in Continuous Evaluation (CE), with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time to meet business needs.

• DoD 8570 Certification.
• Experience working in several of the following engineering disciplines: Test Engineering, Field Engineering, Hardware Design, Manufacturing Engineering, Software Deployment, Cyber Security, Systems Engineering and Network Engineering.
• Experience with Ansible.
• Knowledge of environmental monitoring tools (Wireshark/HBSS/Solar Winds/Splunk).
• Experience with creation and deployment of system images in an enterprise environment.
• Familiarity with ground stations which utilize a System Administration Manual (SAM).
• Experience with IETM’s, NATOPS, Maintenance instructions and Maintenance sign off processes.
• Experience supporting deployed aeronautical systems.
• Voice and Data COMMS experience a plus.
• Experience with Crypto and key loaders.
• Experience with HAIPEs.
• Experience with documenting defects/issues found during operations.
• Experience with Cyber system requirements, STIGs, ATO and other relevant processes.

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.