Integration & Test Principal Systems Engineer- 1st Shift

Position Overview

Northrop Grumman is seeking a talented Principal Systems Engineer to join our Systems Integration & Test team under the Tactical Fighters Business Unit in Linthicum, MD. At Northrop Grumman, our employees work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today and for generations to come. Our pioneering spirit and culture of intellectual curiosity drive us to push the boundaries of possibility.

Relocation Assistance may be available. CLEARANCE: Secret. TRAVEL: 10% of the time.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate system bench and execute qualification test procedures for Environmental, EMI, and Electrical Power Testing
• Troubleshoot hardware failures specifically with Environmental, EMI, and Electrical Power testing conditions
• Follow rigorous I&T processes and procedures
• Communicate effectively with team leadership and multi-disciplinary teams
• Process and analyze data to generate qualification reports (SDRLs) and define necessary changes in test equipment or procedures
• Support test environment stand-up at ETL and maintain interface documentation
• Interface with hardware and systems engineers in troubleshooting and verification efforts

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, Master’s degree with 3 years of experience, or Ph.D. with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related fields (an additional 4 years experience may substitute for a degree)
• US Citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain/maintain an active DoD secret clearance and Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start
• At least 3 years of experience with systems hardware, including troubleshooting and resolving complex hardware integration issues
• Experience executing MATLAB scripts and 2 years of troubleshooting system hardware and software configurations

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience writing and running MATLAB scripts in MATE (MATLAB Automated Test Environment)
• Experience executing formal test procedures in a lab environment
• Familiarity with RF hardware and test equipment
• Experience with Environmental, EMI/EMC integration and testing

Benefits & Perks

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off and Company Paid Holidays
• Health & Wellness Resources and Employee Discounts

For more details, please visit the Benefits page.

Compensation: Primary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00. This range is a general guideline; actual offers will be based on scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills, and market factors.

Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, annual bonuses, Long Term Incentives (for VP or Director roles), and a range of other benefits.

Work Schedule: This position follows a 9/80 standard work schedule, allowing nine-hour days Monday through Thursday and every other Friday off.

The application period is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, subject to change based on business needs and candidate availability.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Decisions are made 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted roles. For additional information, please visit the EEO & Pay Transparency page.