Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Engineer I&T Technical Lead

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.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 Mission Systems' Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) division is seeking a PrincipalOR Sr. Principal Systems Engineer I&T Technical Lead supporting Integration and Test efforts in the G/ATOR program family, based out of our portfolio in the Multidomain Sensing, Targeting and Survivability (MSTS) Division. This position is an on-site, primarily 1st shift position, and will be located in Baltimore, Maryland. Note that the scope for this role requires supporting outdoor test efforts during multiple shifts; candidates must be flexible to support testing in evenings and on weekends at times when the program schedules require it.This position is a full-time on-site position, and will be located in the Linthicum, Maryland area. This position at times will require support on 2nd shift and weekends.Role Responsibilities:Systems Bench Technical Lead for I&T effortsIntegrate, troubleshoot, and test RF sensor systemsLead troubleshooting strategies and execution for system testSupport integration / lab environment development and establishmentCollaborate with software, firmware, and hardware teams to understand expected unit level and system level behavior, and ensure testing is producing expected data pointsSupport the development and maintenance of system integration plans and system test plansThis requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed belowThis requisition may be filled at either a Level 3 or a Level 4.Basic Qualifications for a Principal Systems Engineer:Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.U.S. Citizenship & Active DoD Secret ClearanceAbility to drive and lead program technical tasks for a team of engineersStrong ability to communicate cross-functionallyAbility to support multiple shifts (i.e. 2nd shift, weekends) when test schedule demands itAbility to support an indoor / outdoor test environmentExperience with RF lab test equipment: signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.Experience troubleshooting and resolving HW/SW/FW integration problemsAbility to read schematics and system diagramsSolid verbal and written communication skillsKnowledge of RF systems and hardwareSelf-motivated and can take ownership on tasksHands on integration and test experienceAbility to work onsite in Baltimore, MDBasic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Systems Engineer:Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 6 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 2 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.U.S. Citizenship & Active DoD Secret ClearanceAbility to drive and lead program technical tasks for a team of engineersStrong ability to communicate cross-functionallyAbility to support multiple shifts (i.e. 2nd shift, weekends) when test schedule demands itAbility to support an indoor / outdoor test environmentExperience with RF lab test equipment: signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.Experience troubleshooting and resolving HW/SW/FW integration problemsAbility to read schematics and system diagramsSolid verbal and written communication skillsKnowledge of RF systems and hardwareSelf-motivated and can take ownership on tasksHands on integration and test experienceAbility to work onsite in Baltimore, MDPreferred Qualifications:Experience leading technical teamsExperience supporting and resolving complex technical problemsKnowledge and experience with ground radars and AESA radar development, design, testExperience with the G/ATOR program and/or Land & Maritime Sensors (LMS) programsUnderstanding of Systems Engineering concepts, including requirements analysis and verification planning and executionAbility to motivate and drive teams to meet goalsKnowledge and experience with antenna or subsystem control design, test, measurementsExperience with test scripting, data analysis, and/or signal processingExperience working in a fast-paced production environmentMulti-disciplinary engineering experience and exposure (Software/Digital, Hardware, Electrical, Systems)Master’s degree in STEM or technical leadershipExperience supporting USMC and/or USAF customerThis position is contingent upon successful transfer of Secret Clearance.Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00The 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.SummaryLocation: United States-Maryland-BaltimoreType: Full time