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Engineer/Principal Engineer Systems Test (AHT)

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In-Office
Rolling Meadows, IL, USA
80K-148K Annually
Senior level
In-Office
Rolling Meadows, IL, USA
80K-148K Annually
Senior level
Develop and direct system-level test plans, procedures, and schedules for space hardware; coordinate integrated testing and calibration activities; manage calibrated equipment records and shipping; support sanitization and security/transportation plans; travel up to 25%.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

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.

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, but they're also making history.

The Mission and Payload Programs organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Candidates may be hired as a Engineer Systems Test (level 2) or a Principle Engineer Systems Test (level 3) based on their qualifications.  This position is part of our Space Sector Eastern Region SEIT Engineering Organization located at Rolling Meadows, IL.

Your roles and responsibilities will include (but are not limited to) the following:

  • Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints.
  • Develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for completing systems.
  • Coordinates integrated testing activities. Reviews and evaluates test requirements to insure completeness of test program. Performs technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations.
  • Actively maintain active list of calibrated equipment at Rolling Meadows
  • Updating calibration information using NG system of record; TEAMMS
  • Support sanitizing equipment for egress from closed area labs
  • Coordinate and arrange shipping to internal calibration departments and/or test equipment vendor sites
  • Work with program security to generate transportation plans of sanitized equipment due for calibration
  • Work with Govt property to track egress and ingress of equipment during calibration and other special test events
  • Support up to 25% travel

Basic Qualifications: 

·         Engineer Systems Test: Bachelors Degree and 4 years of related experience; or a Master’s Degree.

·         Principal Engineer Systems Test: Bachelors Degree and 5 years of related experience; a Master’s Degree and 2 years of related experience; or a PhD.

·         Must have an active Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.

Preferred Qualifications: 

•         Demonstrated history of strong organization and coordination skills (working with cross-functional teams).

•         Previous experience with material/test equipment management.

•         Previous experience with integration and test activities for space hardware.

•         Integration and test experience; familiarity with signal generators and spectral analyzers

•         Active TS/SCI with adjudicated polygraph is preferred

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Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 - $148,300.00

The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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