Sr Principal Engineer Systems – X-Lab Test Engineer (24-505)

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Colorado; On-site; USD 124,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr Principal Engineer Systems to join their innovative team at Schriever AFB, Colorado. This pivotal role involves integrating advanced prototypes into missile defense tests, ensuring the successful execution of flight and ground tests. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in systems engineering, strong communication skills, and a solid background in missile defense systems. This position offers the opportunity to work on groundbreaking projects that directly impact national security, all within a collaborative environment that values intellectual curiosity and diversity. If you're ready to contribute to a mission-driven organization, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Growth opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a related environment required.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in a STEM field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Integrate X-Lab prototypes into MDA tests and coordinate with project leads.
• Develop and maintain the test architecture including all articles under test.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Test Planning

Configuration Management

Communication Skills

Missile Defense Systems

Data Analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s Degree in STEM

Tools

AN/TPY2

SBIRS/BOA

Aegis

THAAD

Patriot

SBX

Job description

Requisition ID: R10181156

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Schriever AFB, Colorado, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: Days (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Positions Available: 1

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. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems – Launch and Missile Defense Systems has an exciting career opportunity for a Sr Principal Engineer Systems – X-Lab Test Engineer (24-505) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO.

Position Overview:

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program integrates the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats of all ranges in all phases of flight.

The C2BMC National Team Integration & Test Functional Area immediately needs a Test Engineer (Element Mission Engineer) to assist with the organization and participation in Flight and Ground Tests. The selected applicant will identify required resources, develop and understand mission objectives for the system(s) under test, develop data archival and analysis plans, and develop post-mission reports.

Essential Functions:

• Integrate X-Lab prototypes into an MDA test by coordinating with project leads.

• Work with the customer to understand the test's needs.

• Maintain the configuration management of lab machines dedicated to specific development activities.

• Responsible for configuration management and control of test resources during the event.

• Serve as the liaison to other C2BMC test participants and MDA/BCT test managers.

• Develop and maintain the test architecture that includes all articles under test.

• Understand systems engineering, systems design, and development.

• Possess 8 or more years of experience in a closely related environment.

• Ability to analyze high-level needs and refine them into an integrated set of requirements.

• Ability to lead portions of the activity and direct the activities of fellow engineers.

• Communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.

• Able to write and implement engineering plans within a project.

• Previous experience should demonstrate the technical skills and position responsibilities cited here.

Basic Qualifications:

• An active Secret clearance is required to start.

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline preferred from an accredited university and 8 years of related experience, or a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related experience.

• Experience planning and managing flight, ground test, and Warfighter events.

• Experience with the operation of C2BMC.

• Experience with missile defense systems used in missile defense, such as:

• AN/TPY2

• SBIRS/BOA

• Aegis

• THAAD

• Patriot

• SBX

• Must have experience working in an integrated team environment.

• Demonstrable ability to develop briefings and convey complex ideas in writing.

• Strong verbal/written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Missile Defense Systems is highly desired.

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Salary Range: $124,900 - $187,300

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.