Systems Engineer/Principal Systems Engineer (Integration & Test)

Northrop Grumman; Rolling Meadows (IL); On-site; USD 87,600 - 131,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Integration and Test Engineer at their Rolling Meadows, Illinois location. The role involves generating test plans and conducting integration tests on advanced systems, contributing to projects that protect lives.

The ideal candidate will hold a BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering and have experience in troubleshooting hardware and software. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are available, fostering an environment where team contributions are valued.

Qualifications

• BS degree in relevant engineering field + 2+ years of experience or MS + 0-3 years experience.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware, software, and firmware issues.
• US Citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Generate test plans, procedures, and test reports.
• Conduct integration test activities in system integration labs.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders across disciplines.

Skills

Troubleshooting hardware, software, firmware issues

Collaborative work environment

Programming knowledge (MATLAB, C, C++, Java, Python)

Education

BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

MS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

PhD in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

DOORS

EMI test equipment

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SAP

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.

We are seeking capable, talented, and motivated team-contributors at our Northrop Grumman Rolling Meadows site. Our products range from advanced sensing technologies to state-of-the-art targeting and tracking systems that are deployed in Electro-Optical Infrared (EOIR) and Radio Frequency Electronic Warfare (RFEW) systems. These systems are designed, developed, built, integrated, and tested by the capable folks at our company to protect the lives of US and Allied warfighters in present and future conflicts. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. If you are interested in being considered for inclusion on this team, we invite you to apply.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities for an Integration and Test Engineer may include generation of test plans, test procedures, test automation, test reports, and execution of integration test activities (system integration, design verification tests, qualification tests, etc.) in system integration labs (SILs) or offsite locations. As a part of the Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) team, an Integration & Test Engineer gains an understanding of the systems engineering process across a product's lifecycle and gains a full appreciation for how the systems operate.

This position will be full-time, on-site at our Rolling Meadows, IL location.

This position may be contingent upon funding/contract award, special access program, and acquiring and maintaining the necessary US Government security clearance per customers' requirements prior to start.

This position can be filled at the Systems Engineer (Integration & Test) or Principal Systems Engineer (Integration & Test) level.

Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineer (Integration & Test)

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related technical degree with 2+ years of Related experience or MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related technical field
• Experience troubleshooting of hardware, software, and firmware issues
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment and with multiple stakeholders across various disciplines
• Candidate must be a US Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum of a Secret Clearance with additional customer specified clearance

Basic Qualifications for Principal Systems Engineer (Integration & Test)

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related technical degree with 5+ years of related experience; OR MS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related technical field with 3+ years related experience; OR, PhD in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Related technical field with 1+ year of related experience
• Experience troubleshooting of hardware, software, and firmware issuesDemonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment and with multiple stakeholders across various disciplines
• Candidate must be a US Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a minimum of a Secret Clearance with additional customer specified clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in an integration and test environment for complex electronic systems evaluation
• Experience performing Design Verification Tests, Environmental Qualification Testing, and Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) Qualification Testing
• Working knowledge of DOORS and Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRMs)
• Working knowledge of one or more of the following specialty areas: EOIR systems, sensors, optics, RFEW systems, DSP, antenna design, computational electromagnetics, RF test equipment
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and tools (Cameo)
• Has demonstrated experience applying basic systems‑engineering principles to develop and execute integration‑test plans
• Knowledge of MATLAB, C, C++, Java, Python, or other scripting languages
• Experience writing and executing test scripts
• Ability and willingness to work independently with little oversight or direction
• Ability and willingness to travel
• Active Secret or Top Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

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.

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.