Space Assembly Integration and Test; AI&T IPT Lead - Staff Engineer Systems - R10225858

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Top Secret

TRAVEL:
No

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 Space Systems we are at the forefront of cutting‑edge technology and innovation in space‑based systems. Our team is dedicated to developing advanced RADAR payloads that support critical missions and enhance our capabilities in space. We seek a motivated and skilled leader to oversee the assembly, integration, and testing phases of our RADAR payload production program.

The Assembly, Integration, and Test IPT (Integrated Product Team) Lead - Staff Engineer will oversee the AI&T process of space‑based RADAR payloads which are comprised of an Electronically Scanned Array (ESA) and Processing Subsystem. This role involves managing the assembly, integration, and testing phases to ensure that the payloads meet performance and quality standards on cost and schedule. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

This position is on‑site in Linthicum, MD
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• Lead multi-discipline assembly integration and test effort toward rapid system development and integration.
• Develop System I&T documentation (System Integration and Test Plan, segment & compatibility test planning, test routers, etc.).
• Establish system test schedule, resource planning, and coordination across IPTs.
• Coordinate with engineering and production teams to establish and implement effective processes and procedures for assembly and testing.
• Monitor and troubleshoot issues during the assembly and integration phases, providing timely resolutions to unforeseen challenges.
• Track progress and provide updates to management and stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and milestones.
• Train, mentor, and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.

• BS degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) with 12 years relevant experience, 10 years with MS STEM, or 7 years with a PhD.
• Active RF or Passive RF Sensor System Integration and Test experience, e.g., with RADAR, SIGINT, or COMMS.
• Technical & People Leadership including planning, scheduling and execution, staffing, setting expectations, tasking, and measuring and reporting progress.
• Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.

• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering and/or Systems Engineering.
• Space Integration and Test (I&T) experience at subsystem, Payload, or Space Vehicle level.
• ESA (Electronically Scanned Array)/Phased Array Antenna Integration, Test, and Calibration.
• Active SCI clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $

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…