Systems Engineer – Integration (26-363)

Northrop Grumman; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Savings Plan

Paid Time Off

Education Assistance

Training and Development

Flexible Work Arrangements

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration is seeking a Systems Engineer – Integration (26-363) based at Schriever Space Force Base, CO. The role supports senior DoD customers and the Missile Defense System, with on-site work at Colorado Springs and limited travel.

The candidate will integrate C2BMC hardware and software, conduct system checkouts, write test plans, and diagnose complex issues across distributed virtual environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in STEM with 2 years experience; or Master's with 0 years; or PhD with relevant work.
• DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher at time of application.
• Active in-scope DoD Secret clearance at time of application.
• Willingness to travel 10% for business needs.
• 0-2 years of experience as a system integrator or administrator.
• Domain expertise in Networking, Linux, and/or Windows.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Integrate C2BMC hardware and software into testbeds and operational systems.
• Conduct full system checkouts of virtual machines, networks, and message flows.
• Collaborate with internal and external entities across the Missile Defense System to test, troubleshoot, and resolve issues.
• Author test plans and procedures.
• Write Problem Reports to document issues.
• Provide feedback to Developers.
• Create and modify scripts to extract information from log files.
• Perform data analysis of input/output and internal message traffic.
• Operate and troubleshoot C2BMC systems during test events and integration activities.

Skills

Security clearance

DoD 8140 IAT II+

Networking

Linux

Windows

Communication

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Education

BSc in STEM

MSc in STEM

PhD in related field

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Systems Engineer – Integration (26-363) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based at Schriever Space Force Base, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.

This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.

Position Overview

The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is the integrating element of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, collectively observe the battle as it develops, and dynamically manage designated networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission objectives. C2BMC supports a layered missile defense capability that enables an optimized response to threats across all ranges and phases of flight. C2BMC is the force multiplier that globally and regionally networks, integrates, and synchronizes autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations to optimize performance. C2BMC is an integral part of all system ground and flight tests that verify and exercise current and future missile defense system capabilities.

Essential Functions

• Integrate Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) hardware and software into testbeds and operational systems.
• Conduct full system checkouts of virtual machines, networks, and message flows
• Collaborate with internal and external entities across the Missile Defense System (MDS) to test, troubleshoot, and resolve complex system issues
• Author test plans and procedures
• Write Problem Reports to document issues
• Provide feedback to Developers
• Create and modify scripts to extract specific information from log files
• Perform data analysis of input/output and internal message traffic
• Operate and troubleshoot C2BMC systems during test events and integration activities
• Support meetings with National Team groups, other MDS elements, and Government customers
• Non-standard work hours may be required on occasion, depending on test or fielding schedules
• The position is based at Schriever SFB in Colorado Springs, CO, but travel to fielded sites and National Team locations (e.g., Huntsville, HWY83) may be required

Basic Qualifications

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.

• A Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Network Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 2 years of experience; or a Master’s degree (preferred) in a STEM-related field with 0 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related discipline with relevant work experience
• Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+ CE, CISSP, SecurityX, CCNA Security, CySA+ **, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CASP+ CE, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract period
• Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start
• Willingness to 10% travel for business needs
• 0-2 years of experience as a system integrator or administrator
• Must have domain expertise in one or more of these areas: Networking, Linux, and/or Windows
• Self-starter with strong communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced team environment with the Government customer and with internal and external personnel to the program
• Basic troubleshooting skills and an ability to understand the hardware and software components operating in a widely distributed virtual environment
• Ability to conduct complex troubleshooting by analyzing application and system logs, network configurations, and interface documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical knowledge of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS), including sensors, shooters, command and control systems, and networks
• Prior integration and testing experience within the Command and Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) program
• Experience with Agile Methodologies
• Creation and management of capabilities, features, and PRs

What We Can Offer You

Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both your success and the company's. The benefits at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and your family's.

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements

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Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

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.