Principal Supportability Engineer/Supportability Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 72,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Melbourne, FL seeks a Principal Supportability Engineer or Supportability Engineer for on-site work. You will perform systems engineering tasks, analyze drawings and data, and collaborate with Design Engineering and IPTs to optimize weapon system maintenance and supportability.

The role requires a STEM degree with experience and the ability to obtain Secret and Top Secret clearances. Competitive salary ranges and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in STEM from an accredited university, with 2 years of experience, or a Master’s Degree in STEM.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance or higher.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
• Experience with testability, troubleshooting, fault trees and/or FMECA.
• Familiarity with MIL-HDBK-502 and GEIA-0007 and relational databases.

Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, quantify, and influence logistics requirements to support the weapon system.
• Interface with vehicle engineering to influence designs for supportability.
• Initiate and perform trade studies.
• Perform detailed maintenance task analysis and determine overall weapon support system requirements for sustainment.

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Supportability Engineer and/or Supportability Engineer to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals in Melbourne,FL. This position is fully onsite; remote work is not available.

The selected candidate will perform systems engineering and integration tasks associated with Product Support IPTs and represent Product Support in interactions with Design Engineering and IPT support. Prior experience in systems engineering, system design concepts, and maintenance of avionics and/or RF systems, including communications, navigation and, digital and analog systems is required. The candidate shall have a knowledge and understanding of design practices and database tools. The candidate shall be able to analyze engineering drawings, parts lists, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and apply technical expertise to determine the optimal way to maintain the weapon system.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, analyze, quantify, and influence logistics requirements to support the weapon system, including spares, support equipment, technical data, training, facilities, and personnel
• Interface with vehicle engineering to influence designs for supportability
• Initiate and perform trade studies
• Perform detailed maintenance task analysisDetermine overall weapon support system requirements for sustainment

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, diverse assignments and collaborative/team settings across all levels. The candidate should be well organized, pay a great deal of attention to detail, possess strong written and verbal communication skills, and be able to present design concepts to an audience. The Candidate must be able to work well with co-workers, other groups, and external suppliers.

Basic Qualifications (Level 2)

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of experience, OR a Master’s Degree in STEM
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government have Secret clearance or higher
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications (Level 2)

• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance
• Experience with testability, troubleshooting, fault trees and/or FMECA
• Familiarity with GEIA-0007 and relational databases

Basic Qualifications (Level 3)

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience, OR a Master’s Degree in STEM with 3 years of experience
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government have Secret clearance or higher
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret clearance
• Experience with testability, troubleshooting, fault trees and/or FMECA

Preferred Qualifications (Level 3)

• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance
• More than 5 years of engineering experience
• Familiarity with MIL-HDBK-502
• Familiarity with GEIA-0007 and relational databases

Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00

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.

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.

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.