Militray Skillbridge Space Network Systems Engineer - TS SCI Poly

Northrop Grumman; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 103,600 - 155,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Space Network / Communications Systems Engineer to work onsite in Colorado Springs, CO. This position supports key satellite programs, ensuring mission critical operations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong systems engineering background and experience with satellite operations. Responsibilities include developing system requirements, troubleshooting software issues, and interfacing with various stakeholders.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered as part of our commitment to employee wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years’ experience or equivalent.
• Systems Engineering experience required.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and processes is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop systems requirements and provide engineering solutions.
• Assist in developing plans and tasks for system modernization.
• Troubleshooting of software issues and support risk management.

Skills

Systems Engineering experience

Understanding of systems engineering principles

Familiar with Agile development

Familiar with satellite operations

Experience in troubleshooting analysis

Ability to interface with stakeholders

Education

Bachelor's degree with 5 years’ experience

Master's degree with 3 years' experience

High School diploma / Equivalent with 9 years’ experience

Tools

Linux

Windows servers/clients

Oracle/SQL Databases

Job description

Overview

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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. 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.

Responsibilities

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Military Internship Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40 hours per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

• Goals – Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
• Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
• Outcome – Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

SkillBridge Eligibility

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Project Assignment

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Space Network / Communications Systems Engineer to work onsite at Schriever SFB, near Colorado Springs, CO for our Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program.

We liaise with the National Reconnaissance Office (NRO) and Satellite Control Network (SCN) to support our Front Range Operations and Sustainment Team (FROST) program, and to provide satellite support services to our mission critical customer. FROST conducts real time on-orbit support, launch ascent support and End-of-Life operations for all NRO Operations Squadron (NOPS) missions. You will provide the NRO with a single operational and engineering interface to the Satellite Control Network (SCN).

Responsibilities

• Work with Space Systems and satellite systems engineering leadership developing systems requirements and provide systems engineering solutions.
• End-to-end system
• Assist developing plans and tasks
• Modernize space and ground system
• Troubleshooting and resolution of software issues; support risk management processes and methods
• Develop documents and briefings to communicate work status, briefs to government as required.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 5 years’ experience OR a master’s degree with 3 years' experience OR a High School diploma / Equivalent with 9 years’ experience may be considered in lieu of degree
• Systems Engineering experience
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and processes
• Familiar with Agile development
• Familiar with satellite operations or other similar systems
• Top Secret SCI with a CI Polygraph

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Server System Administration and troubleshooting analysis in some or all the following platforms: Linux, Windows servers/clients, and Oracle/SQL Databases
• Effectively communicate and present to project and program management, other technical managers and customers
• Ability to interface with multiple stakeholders from a variety of organizations (internally and externally) in support of requirements development
• Solid technical foundation in Systems Engineering processes
• Experience with Systems Integration and System/Software Testing, including virtualized environments
• Working knowledge of system design and overall integration into an operational environment
• Detailed knowledge of Windows and Unix environments
• Security + or another DoD 8570 approved certification

Salary and Benefits

Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

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.

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.