Principal Integration & Test Engineer (26-418)

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 86,000 - 128,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration seeks a Principal Integration & Test Engineer to join the C2BMC I&T team at Schriever Space Force Base, CO. You will integrate complex hardware and software, perform end-to-end system checks, and work with government customers to deliver mission-ready capabilities.

Required are a Bachelor's or Master's in a related field, active 8140 at IAT II, and a Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field with relevant experience.
• Active government clearance (8140) at IAT Level II or higher required.
• Secret security clearance at start is required.
• 3–5 years as a system integrator or similar role on complex systems.
• Domain knowledge in Networking, Linux, and Windows.
• Strong troubleshooting and communication skills in a fast-paced team.

Responsibilities

• Integrate C2BMC hardware and software into testbeds and systems.
• Execute full system checkouts and verify end-to-end functionality.
• Collaborate across MDS to test, troubleshoot, and resolve issues.
• Develop and run test plans; document results for stakeholders.
• Write PRs to document issues and support improvements.
• Create scripts to extract data from logs and analyze traffic.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Agile methodologies

Networking

Linux

Windows

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Eng/Math/Physics

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

Virtual machines

Networking tools

Linux tools

Job description

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. Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Principal Integration & Test Engineer (26-418) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based at Schriever Space Force Base, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels. This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.

Position Overview:

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System (MDS). It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both globally and regionally, to improve performance. C2BMC is also essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems. As a System Integration Engineer on the C2BMC I&T team, you will integrate complex hardware and software, ensure end-to-end system performance, and collaborate across multiple organizations within the Missile Defense System to deliver mission-ready capabilities.

Essential Functions:

• Integrate C2BMC hardware and software into testbeds and operational systems, including configuration of virtual machines, networks, and message flows.
• Conduct full system checkouts, verify end-to-end functionality, and ensure readiness for test and operational events.
• Work with various internal and external entities across the Missile Defense System (MDS) to test, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system issues.
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures; document results and provide clear, actionable feedback to developers and stakeholders.
• Author Problem Reports (PRs) to document issues, track resolution, and support continuous improvement of system performance and reliability.
• Create and modify scripts to extract specific information from log files; perform data analysis of input/output and internal message traffic to identify trends, anomalies, and root causes.
• Operate and troubleshoot C2BMC systems during integration activities, ground tests, and other test events in both lab and operational environments.
• Participate in and support technical meetings with National Team groups, other MDS elements, and Government customers, providing system integration insight and technical recommendations.
• Collaborate in an Agile environment with cross-functional teams to define, prioritize, and verify capabilities, features, and defect resolutions.

Basic Qualifications:

• Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
• A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master’s degree in a related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or 9 years of relevant work experience may be considered as an alternative to a degree.
• Applicants must have a current, active Government-Issued 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA+, CND, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start.
• The candidate is responsible for maintaining their 8140 certifications throughout the entire contract period.
• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope Government-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start.
• 3–5 years of prior experience as a system integrator, system administrator, or similar role supporting complex mission or enterprise systems.
• Domain expertise in one or more of the following areas: Networking, Linux, and Windows.
• Self-starter with strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment with Government customers and personnel internal and external to the program.
• Fundamental troubleshooting skills and the ability to understand the hardware and software components running in a widely distributed, virtual environment.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct complex troubleshooting by analyzing application and system logs, network configurations, and interface documents.
• Non-standard work hours may be required on occasion, depending on test or fielding schedules.
• Hands-on experience with integration and test activities in distributed, virtualized, or cloud-like environments.
• Experience with Agile methodologies, including the creation and management of capabilities, features, and Problem Reports (PRs) in Agile lifecycle tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Technical knowledge of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS), including sensors, weapon systems (“shooters”), command and control systems, and supporting networks.
• Prior integration and test experience on the C2BMC program, including familiarity with C2BMC architectures, interfaces, and operational concepts.
• Experience supporting test events, ground tests, and/or flight tests in highly regulated, mission-critical environments.

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that encourages your growth, benefiting both employees and the company. The benefits are flexible and customizable, enabling you to choose options that suit your individual and family needs.

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

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Primary Level Salary Range: $85,600.00 - $128,400.00

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.

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