Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Engineers - I&T - 2nd Shift

About the role

The Engineering and Sciences organization (E&S) at Northrop Grumman Mission Systems' Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) division is seeking experienced Systems Integration & Test (SI&T) Engineers (Level 2 or Level 3) to support test and verification activities of RF sensor systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead lab and bench ownership
• Own bench design changes, maintenance planning, and configuration management of HW/SW, processors, and test equipment
• Develop and lead LRIP ATP, HW DVT, and SSQT test plans, procedures, and success criteria
• Define and manage regression test campaigns for system SW OFP, FW, FESW, BSCT and related components
• Coordinate Mode SIL bench operations and flight test preparation and support, including objectives and No/Go criteria
• Lead MATE and system integration of new advanced capabilities into SILs and lab environments
• Own configuration management processes for MATE and system test environments, ensuring traceability and controlled changes
• Lead PBS SE requirements verification, including VCRM content, verification documentation, and closure of requirements
• Troubleshoot, coordinate, and mentor
• Lead HW/SW troubleshooting across multiple SILs and benches
• Coordinate with SIT, TDE, FW, FESW, subsystem I&T, SEC, Mode, and other stakeholders as primary technical contact for integration and test issues
• Mentor T02 engineers (Req A hires) in test design, execution, and verification practices

Qualifications

• Basic Qualifications for a Principal Systems Engineer – Integration & Test: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or related field with 5+ years of relevant experience with; 3+ years with a Master’s; 1+ year with a PhD. Demonstrated experience in system integration and test on complex HW/SW systems, preferably in defense or aerospace. Experience leading lab/bench ownership, test campaigns, or requirements verification activities. Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to coordinate across multiple teams and present technical status to management and customers. Active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain/maintain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start is required. Candidate must be a US citizen. Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD. Willingness to work 2nd shift
• Basic Qualifications for a Principal Systems Engineer – Integration & Test: Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline or related field with 8+ years of relevant experience with; 6+ years with a Master’s; 4+ year with a PhD. Demonstrated experience in system integration and test on complex HW/SW systems, preferably in defense or aerospace. Experience leading lab/bench ownership, test campaigns, or requirements verification activities. Strong communication and leadership skills; ability to coordinate across multiple teams and present technical status to management and customers. Active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain/maintain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start is required. Candidate must be a US citizen. Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD. Willingness to work 2nd shift
• Preferred Qualifications: Prior experience on Tactical Radar Programs or similar mission systems. Familiarity with configuration management tools and disciplined processes for complex test environments. Experience directing flight test objectives, No/Go criteria, and test configuration.