Sentinel - Principal​/Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer R10228356

Position Overview

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Test Engineer / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer for the Sentinel – Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program, located in Roy, UT.

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance required for start:
Yes.

Clearance type:
Secret.

Travel:
Yes, 10% of the time.

• Synthesizing customer contractual needs and requirements into element test solutions that acknowledge technical schedule and cost constraints.
• Develop and direct preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for segment testing.
• Coordinate integrated testing activities.
• Support development of the program Integrated Test Plan (ITP) for the Command Systems (CS) segment.
• Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of test program.
• Perform technical analysis of complete systems and prepare comprehensive system level evaluations.
• Oversee supplier test activities in support or requirement verification and validation.
• Develop proof of concept test methodologies that support early risk reduction test execution to provide confidence in engineering solutions prior to verification and validation efforts.

This requisition may be filled at either the Principal Systems Test Engineer level (T-03) or Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer level (T-04).

• Principal Systems Test Engineer: 5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Senior Principal Systems Test Engineer: 8 Years with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• US Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance or higher (awarded within the past 6 years) with the ability to receive a Special Access Program (SAP) certification.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in developing integrated test plans and procedures.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in EMI/E3 test planning and execution.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and processes, DOORS database, requirements decomposition and allocation, design and analysis.

• Bachelors Degree or higher in a Science, technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) field of study
• US Citizenship with an Active Top‑Secret Clearance or higher (awarded within the past 6 years) with the ability to receive a Special Access Program (SAP) certification.
• Experience with developing an Integrated Test Plan (ITP)
• Experience with developing and overseeing a supplier statement of work (SOW)
• Understanding of Model Based System Engineering principles, working experience with CAMEO
• Demonstrated knowledge/experience with AF Test Directive 99‑103.
• Experience with ICBMs (MM, PK, Small Missile) or DOD programs

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401(k)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 – $

Secondary 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 share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.

Standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine‑hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

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.