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

Relocation & Travel

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance required for start: Yes

Clearance type: Top Secret

Travel: No

The Assembly, Integration, and Test IPT Lead – Staff Engineer will oversee the AI&T process of space‑based RADAR payloads, which comprise an Electronically Scanned Array (ESA) and a Processing Subsystem. This role involves managing the assembly, integration, and testing phases to ensure payloads meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule standards. The ideal candidate possesses strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.

This position is on‑site in Linthicum, MD.

• 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 coordinate 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 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 range is 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. 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.