Northrop Grumman · United States-Colorado-Colorado Springs ·
Northrop Grumman Space Systems—Missile Defense Integration offers an excellent opportunity for a Sr Principal Systems Engineer (Integration) (26-263) to join our team of skilled and diverse professionals. Based in Colorado Springs, CO, this role is essential to supporting the U.S. President, the Secretary of Defense, and combatant commanders at the strategic, regional, and operational levels.
This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.
Position Overview:
The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to systematically plan ballistic missile defense operations, collectively monitor the battle, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations, both globally and regionally, to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate the current and future capabilities of missile defense systems.
Essential Functions:
Will be responsible for integrating JEMINI Lab test suites into our development lab
Assisting software development personnel with investigating and resolving issues
Develop configurations to support testing and prototyping of developing systems
Creating and modifying scripts to analyze input, internal, and output message data
Troubleshooting both test and prototype issues
Develop troubleshooting procedures and work-around documents
Review and provide feedback on system specifications, development, test, and network documents as necessary, and represent the Integration team
Automating scripts to configure and maintain remote hosts
Basic Qualifications:
Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.
A Bachelor’s Degree in STEM Electrical Engineering, System Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Information Systems, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university, along with 8 years of experience; or a Master’s degree (preferred) in a STEM-related field with 6 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related discipline with 4 years of relevant work experience
Applicants must have a current, active DoD 8140 certification at IAT Level II or higher (such as Security+, GSEC, SCNP, SSCP, CISSP, CISA, GSE SCNA, etc.) at the time of application, which is required to start. The candidate is responsible for maintaining their DoD 8140 certification throughout the entire contract
Applicants must have a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start with the ability to obtain Top Secret, with the ability to be read on to SCI clearance
Willingness to travel 10% of the time for business needs
Extremely proficient in Linux and scripting (Bash, Python)
High-level understanding of automation and implementation
Highly proficient in troubleshooting
Working knowledge of virtualized environments and software testing
Experience integrating system components within a test environment
Familiarity with virtualized systems, security design, and implementation
Proven experience with Ansible or other automation tools
Previous experience as a SW Tester/Integrator
Hands-on experience with DoD integration processes, Agile and DevOps methodologies, and automated test tools
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree in Systems Engineering is highly preferred
Certification: INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification
Certification: Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Fundamental (OCSMP - MBF)
Applicants with a current, active in-scope DoD-issued Top Secret security clearance and the ability to be read on to SCI at the time of application are highly preferred
Experience developing scripts in Ansible
Knowledge of Containerized Virtual Environments
Experience with Windows Server and PowerShell scripting
Experience setting up, configuring, and maintaining databases
Scripting experience is a plus
What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a supportive work environment that fosters your growth, benefiting both employees and the company. The benefits are flexible and customizable, allowing you to choose options that meet your individual and family needs. Your benefits will include the following:
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
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Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,600.00The 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.