Field Engineer / Principal Field Engineer

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 66,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Field Engineer on the BACN program at Robins AFB, GA. You will provide on-site technical support for complex tactical communications systems and manage maintenance across hardware and software components.

The role requires a STEM degree, Security+ within 9 months, and the ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends. U.S. citizenship and a Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; military/communications experience considered.
• CompTIA Security+ certification within 9 months of start date.
• Experience with operating Military radios or communications systems.
• Experience handling COMSEC materials and SKL.
• General knowledge of Linux and networking fundamentals.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and work flexible shifts.
• U.S. citizenship and a current/active U.S. Government Secret clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical support during operations and maintenance of complex tactical communications systems.
• Manage a large inventory of spare parts and equipment.
• Collaborate with government and NG entities on shipping/receiving requirements.
• Coordinate with Active Duty/Government customers and internal IPTs.
• Learn and contribute to troubleshooting across multiple disciplines.
• Perform preflight system tests and payload configuration for flight line support.

Skills

Security clearance

Military radios

Linux

Networking basics

Cross-functional teamwork

Flexible shifts

Physical fitness

US citizenship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Additional 4 years of experience in lieu of degree

Tools

SKL/COMSEC handling

Linux administration

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies. We are looking for you to join our team as a Field Engineer / Principal Field Engineer in support of the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN) Program located at Robins AFB in the Warner Robins, GA area.

What You’ll Get to Do:

This is an opportunity to develop your technical expertise across the engineering spectrum while working with a multi‑disciplinary team that operates and maintains complex tactical communication systems.

You'll also get to:

• Serve as the on-site Technical Support during operations and maintenance of a complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication system
• Manage vast inventory of spare parts
• Work with government and NG entities on all shipping/receiving requirements.
• Work closely with an Active Duty/Government customer as well as internal Northrop Grumman Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
• Prepare to learn and excel on a small multidisciplinary team responsible for troubleshooting a wide array of military voice and data services
• Support flight line by performing preflight system tests and configuring payloads
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on HW/SW system components
• Troubleshoot Hardware/Software issues
• Administer equipment and environments which include Linux servers/clients, Windows 10, network-attached storage devices and Linux virtual machines
• Perform Communication Security (COMSEC) Key Management
• Use engineering drawings for troubleshooting and system analysis
• Work shift schedules during exercises or operational scheduling of up to a 12 hour workday and weekends on occasion
• Travel up to 15%

This position may be filled as a Field Engineer or Principal Field Engineer.

Basic Qualifications for a Field Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years experienced may be considered lieu of degree
• Must obtain a CompTIA Security+ certification within 9 months of employment start date
• Experience with operating Military radios or communications systems
• Experience handling COMSEC materials, following security guidance/procedures, and operating the Simple Key Loader (SKL)
• General knowledge of Linux
• General knowledge of networking fundamentals (Routers, Switches, Firewalls)
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to resolve problems or issues
• Must be willing and able to lift up-to 50 pounds and carry boxes, equipment, etc as part of the warehousing and inventory control duties
• Must be willing to work flexible shift schedules during exercises or operational scheduling of up to a 12-hour workday (this may include weekends)
• US citizenship and a current/active U.S.Government Secret security clearance are required

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Field Engineer:

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of relevant experience; an additional 4 years experienced may be considered lieu of degree
• Must obtain a CompTIA Security+ certification within 9 months of employment start date
• Experience with operating Military radios or communications systems
• Experience handling COMSEC materials, following security guidance/procedures, and operating the Simple Key Loader (SKL)
• General knowledge of Linux
• General knowledge of networking fundamentals (Routers, Switches, Firewalls)
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to resolve problems or issues
• Must be willing and able to lift up-to 50 pounds and carry boxes, equipment, etc as part of the warehousing and inventory control duties
• Must be willing to work flexible shift schedules during exercises or operational scheduling of up to a 12-hour workday (this may include weekends)
• US citizenship and a current/active U.S.Government Secret security clearance are required

Preferred Qualification:

• DoD 8570 IAT Level II or greater (CompTIA Security+ and a Computing Environment (CE) certification (CCNA, CCNP or CompTIA Linux +)
• Hands-on experience with Linux Administration
• Hands-on experience with networking devices (routers, switches, firewalls)
• Hands-on experience with operating; PRC-117, ARC-210, SADL, MIDS JTRS radios
• Broad experience with the operation, configuration, and maintenance of military communications systems and radios
• Strong knowledge with the following: military tactical data links (Link 16, JREAP-C), radios operations (load, program, and troubleshoot), and RF theory
• Experience with military aircraft operations

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $98,300.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $81,400.00 - $122,000.00

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.

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.

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.

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