Sr Principal System Engineer - Integration & Test (AHT)

Northrop Grumman; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Coverage

Dental & Vision

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Sr Principal Systems Engineer – Level 4 to join the Redondo Beach, CA team, supporting factory and site DT&E activities with test procedure development and integration tasks.

The role requires coordinating TRR/TRB discussions, data analysis, and cross-disciplinary collaboration to verify system requirements and drive issue resolution while maintaining quality and process standards. Occasional extended travel is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in STEM with 8+ years of engineering experience; or Master’s with 6+ years; PhD with 4+ years.
• Active SCI clearance at time of application or ability to obtain.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and execute system-level integration and test procedures for the Ground Element in factory and site environments.
• Plan and conduct dry-runs and run-for-record test executions, coordinating resources and data collection.
• Prepare and present material for Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and Test Review Boards (TRBs).
• Analyze test data to verify requirements, identify anomalies, and drive resolution with cross‑functional teams.
• Collaborate with software, network, and systems engineering to ensure testability and verification of requirements.

Skills

Test procedure dev

Test planning

System integration

Written communication

SCI clearance

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Linux

Python

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.*This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is seeking Sr Principal Systems Engineer – Level 4 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA.In this role, the Sr Principal Systems Engineer will support factory (DT&E1) testing and site testing (DT&E2) by performing dry-runs and run-for-records (RFRs) along with test procedure development, conducting & presenting at Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and Test Review Boards (TRBs).The position will involve factory and site SOW work mentioned above along with development/inputs for Request For Change (RFCs) and/or any CDRL documents (i.e. Network Interface Planning Documents, System Test Plans, Facilities Requirements Documents, Site Integration Requirements, etc) within the Ground Element scope.Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:Develop, update, and execute system-level integration and test procedures for the Ground Element in both factory (DT&E1) and site (DT&E2) environments.Plan and conduct dry‑runs and run‑for‑record (RFR) test executions, including coordination of test resources, configurations, and data collection.Prepare and present material for Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and Test Review Boards (TRBs), including test objectives, configurations, results, and discrepancies.Analyze test data to verify requirements compliance, identify anomalies, perform root‑cause analysis, and drive resolution of discrepancies with multi‑disciplinary teams.Develop and/or provide inputs to Requests for Change (RFCs) and Configuration/Change Control artifacts based on test findings and evolving system needs.Author and maintain Ground Element technical documentation such as Network Interface Planning Documents, System Test Plans, Site Integration Requirements, and Facilities Requirements Documents.Support integration of hardware, software, and networks within the ground system, including configuration, checkout, and troubleshooting of complex system interfaces.Collaborate closely with software, network, and systems engineering teams to ensure testability, integration readiness, and verification of system requirements.Participate in site installation, integration, and verification activities, including extended travel to operational locations as required.Adhere to established test processes, configuration management, and quality standards while identifying and implementing continuous improvements to test efficiency and effectiveness.Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineer – Level 4:Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 8+ years of engineering experience OR, Master's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) discipline with 6+ years of experience OR, PhD degree in a STEM discipline with 4+ year of experienceCandidate must have an active SCI at time of application OR Candidate must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (or equivalent) at time of application and prior to start date as well as the ability and willingness to obtain and maintain an active SCI prior to start date. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to the candidate’s maintenance of the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, often for extended periods (up to two months’ duration)Minimum of three years of experience in test procedure development, test planning, and/or integration and testDemonstrated written and oral communications skills through written requirements, test, and evaluation criteriaPreferred Qualifications for Systems Engineer – Level 4Active SCI clearance at time of applicationWorking knowledge of Linux operating systemsExperience working in a command line environmentWorking knowledge of scripting languages such as PythonExperience in SW integration activitiesExperience in basic networkingCertified in CompTia Security + or higherWorking knowledge of test instruments including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, etc.Experience in troubleshooting of complex systemsExperience with ground segment testing and ground integration activitiesExperience of working as part of a diverse team in a fast-paced environmentExperience with Automated Test and Integration frameworks including PlaywrightCurious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:https://www.northropgrumman.com/space.Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site: Northrop Grumman Total RewardsAs a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for:Medical, Dental & Vision coverage401kEducational AssistanceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs & Work/Life SolutionsPaid Time OffHealth & Wellness ResourcesEmployee DiscountsFlexible Schedules: for example, the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work.#LosAngelesSpace#LI-DB1#SpaceEngJobs#SpaceSysEngJobs#SPEnhancedERAPPrimary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00The 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.