Software Systems Integration Engineer - Level 5

Northrop Grumman; Town of Aurora (NY); On-site; USD 161,000 - 241,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance may be available

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

PTO / paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Aurora, CO is seeking a Software Systems Integration Engineer - Level 5 to join our team onsite. The role requires an active SCI clearance, and the candidate will work on synthesizing customer requirements into system test solutions while coordinating testing activities.

The position emphasizes development of test plans, evaluation of system performance, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Active U.S. Government Top Secret/SCI clearance required at time of application.
• Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of relevant experience; 10 years with a Master’s; 8 years with a PhD. An additional 4 years may be substituted for a degree.
• Experience with software installation (COTS and custom).
• Understanding of investigating log files and software/infrastructure issues; ability to create lightweight configuration management.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize customer needs into system test solutions considering technical, schedule, and cost constraints.
• Develop and direct preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans and schedules.
• Coordinate integrated testing activities and ensure test requirements are complete.
• Review test requirements to ensure completeness of the program.
• Perform technical analysis of complete systems and prepare system-level evaluations.

Skills

Linux troubleshooting

Test planning

Troubleshooting log files

Configuration management

Git basics

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

GitLab

Kubernetes

Job description

Software Systems Integration Engineer - Level 5

$161,000 - $241,400/year

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

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.

The Central Region Systems Engineering organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is looking for you to join our team as a Software Systems Integration Engineer - Level 5 based out of Aurora, CO.

This position requires being onsite and does not support remote or hybrid work.

Job responsibilities:

Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule, and cost constraints

Develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for completing systems

Coordinates integrated testing activities

Reviews and evaluates test requirements to insure completeness of test program

Performs technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations

Basic Qualifications:

Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance at the time of application

Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience; 10 years of relevant experience with a Master's degree; 8 years of relevant experience with a PhD. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

Experience with commercial off the shelf and custom software installation

Understanding of, and experience in, investigating log files and software/infrastructure issues

Ability to create a lightweight configuration management process

Ability to troubleshoot in a Linux environment

Experience with GIT Lab

Must have Sec+ certification or equivalent prior to start

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with Kubernetes

Experience with command-and-control systems and software

Experience integrating software and hardware

Primary Level Salary Range: $161,000.00 - $241,400.00

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, Inc. specializes in delivering advanced technologies and solutions in defense and aerospace, enhancing mission capabilities for customers worldwide.

Company size 2–10 employees on LinkedIn

Team growth

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0% in 12 mo

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Where they work

Headquarters Reston, Virginia

12011 Sunset Hills Rd, Reston, Virginia 20190, US