Principal / Sr Principal Systems Field Test Engineer

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems

Wallops Island, VA, US
Base: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00 (principyl), $117,5...
Radar and electronic warfare system operation
Rf test equipment expertise
On-site system integration and testing
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems provides mission-enabling solutions for global security with a focus on secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems

Job Summary

  • Northrop Grumman Mission Systems provides mission-enabling solutions for global security with a focus on secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems.
  • The role involves hands-on integration, testing, operational maintenance, troubleshooting, and field logistics support for the Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) Block 3.
  • Compensation includes base salary commensurate with travel, bonuses, allowances, and a variety of benefits including health insurance, paid time off, and savings plans.

Matching Summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems provides mission-enabling solutions for global security with a focus on secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems.

Salary

Base: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00 (Principal), $117,500.00 - $176,300.00 (Sr Principal); Bonus/Equity: Discretionary bonuses and allowances; Benefits: Health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Radar and electronic warfare system operation
  • RF test equipment expertise
  • On-site system integration and testing
  • Frequent extended travel to Wallops Island
  • Shift work flexibility
  • Technical liaison with customer

Nice-to-have

  • Linux and MS Windows administration
  • Military training or government test facility experience
  • Digital signal processing knowledge
  • Ability to learn new technologies
  • Excellent written and verbal communication

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor or Master of Science in Engineering or related STEM field
  • 5+ years relevant experience for Principal level
  • 8+ years relevant experience for Sr Principal level
  • Basic radar and electronic warfare knowledge
  • Current/active DoD Secret clearance
  • US Citizenship required
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in varied conditions

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship and active DoD Secret clearance

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