Principal Systems Test Engineer — TS/SCI, 25% Travel

Northrop Grumman; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel 25%

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Test Engineer (level 2) or Principal Engineer Systems Test (level 3) at Rolling Meadows, IL. The role requires coordinating test plans, equipment calibration, and secure handling of government data. Expect up to 25% travel and a TS clearance.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree with experience, or higher, and be able to obtain SCI approval. The position offers comprehensive benefits and competitive base pay within the Space Systems sector.

Qualifications

• Engineer Systems Test: BS + 4 years, or MS.
• Principal Engineer Systems Test: BS + 5 years; MS + 2 years; or PhD.
• Active Top Secret clearance required; SCI access ability.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize customer needs into test solutions considering technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Develop and direct preparation and execution of test plans, procedures, and schedules for systems.
• Coordinate integrated testing activities and evaluate test requirements for completeness.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

PhD

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Test Engineer (level 2) or Principal Engineer Systems Test (level 3) at Rolling Meadows, IL. The role requires coordinating test plans, equipment calibration, and secure handling of government data. Expect up to 25% travel and a TS clearance.

Candidates should have a bachelor’s degree with experience, or higher, and be able to obtain SCI approval. The position offers comprehensive benefits and competitive base pay within the Space Systems sector.