System Test Engineer /Principal System Test Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plan

Savings plan

Paid time off

Education assistance

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a qualified candidate to join our Test & Evaluation team. The role involves synthesizing contractual needs into system test solutions and participating in formal/informal test execution, with a focus on detail, organization, and rapid learning in a fast-paced environment.

The position requires a STEM degree and TS clearance, with strong Python scripting and experience in systems engineering, software development, and lab testing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a STEM discipline and 2 years related experience OR Master’s with 0 years related experience.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance (or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain SAP clearance within a reasonable time.
• Experience with Python scripts and software/system test activities.

Responsibilities

• Synthesize customer needs into test solutions considering time and cost constraints.
• Assist in development, execution, and release of test procedures.
• Support lab test artifacts and communicate test results and project updates.
• Willing to support multiple shifts and odd hours for testing.

Skills

Python scripting

System Test

Software development

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor in STEM

Master's in STEM

PhD (optional)

Tools

DOORS

ClearQuest

JIRA

Confluence

Git

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

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.

What You'll Get to Do:

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Test & Evaluation organization. The selected candidate will synthesize customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions which acknowledge technical, schedule and cost constraints. They will perform a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or software areas. The ideal candidate is detail oriented, organized, and able to learn challenging concepts quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in development, execution, peer review, and release of test procedures
• Participate in both Formal and Non-Formal Test execution events
• Participate in test planning, discrepancy report, validation testing, and post test data analysis
• Provide support of required laboratory test artifacts
• Effectively communicate test results and project updates
• Willing to support multiple shifts and odd hours to accommodate testing efforts and lab schedules

Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 2 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree AND 0 years of related professional/military experience.
• Must have an active US Government Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
• Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Top Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
• Capability to work with supervision and develop effective approaches to problem-solving.
• Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Experience writing Python scripts
• Experience working System Test, SW Development and/or Systems Engineering
• Experience with Windows/Linux operating systems & Virtual Machines (VMs)
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile development methodology

Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Ph.D. AND 1 year of related professional/military experience.
• Must have an active US Government Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
• Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Top Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
• Capability to work with supervision and develop effective approaches to problem-solving.Self-motivated with a strong attention to detail and thoroughness.
• Experience writing Python scripts
• Experience working System Test, SW Development and/or Systems Engineering
• Experience with Windows/Linux operating systems & Virtual Machines (VMs)
• Understanding of the software development lifecycle and agile development methodology

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
• Knowledge of system test and integration.
• Experience calibrating and inspecting special test equipment
• Experience creating, updating and executing test procedures
• Security+ certification
• Experience with IBM Rational tool suite (DOORS and ClearQuest)
• Experience with Atlassian tool suite (JIRA, Git, Confluence)
• Experience using software test automation tools/frameworks
• Experience with Java, C++, or Python

What We Can Offer You:

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

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.