RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the Time
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.
Description
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Engineer Test. This position is in Madison, AL and will support manufacturing test activities at the Enhanced Production and Integration Center (EPIC).
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelors degree in STEM with 5+ years (or Masters with 3+ years) in systems and test engineering or 10 years with a high school diploma of experience in test engineering.
- Active Secret security clearance.
- Current Security+ certification.
- Proficient with Cisco network configuration and administration, as well as RHEL systems.
- Experience with scripting and command-line operations in RHEL and Windows environments.
- Skilled in writing CDRL test plans, procedures, and reports.
- Background in developing and executing integrated hardware/software testing for IP-based Tactical Networks using RHEL systems and Cisco devices.
- Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Adaptable to high-pressure, dynamic environments.
- Able to lift at least 30 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- LINUX+ certification.
- Knowledge of mesh radios, RF-based communications, and routing protocols.
- Advanced expertise in routing, switching, and debugging network-oriented applications.
- Experience integrating COTS, GOTS, and custom software in security-controlled environments.
- Familiarity with developing and maintaining automated network test tools.
Primary Level Salary Range: $95,800.00 - $143,600.00
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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.