Principal/Senior Principal Software Integration & Test Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Manhattan Beach
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

At Northrop Grumman we develop cutting-edge technology that preserves freedom and advances human discovery. 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 continue to innovate with developments from launching the first commercial flight to space, to discovering the early beginnings of the universe. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The Payload and Ground Systems division pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

Northrop Grumman Space Systems seeks a Principal/Senior Principal Software Integration & Test Engineer to join our growing team. The position will be located in Manhattan Beach, CA.

What you'll get to do:

You will be a part of a team supporting the ground segment of a communication system, working from the early development stage (creating test approaches, drivers, automated testing scripts) to verification and, eventually, deployment. Systems deployed are Linux-based and targeted for various cloud and virtual infrastructures. There is the possibility to travel to sites (CONUS and OCONUS) to learn and execute remote testing, but this is not required.

This position may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

Qualifications:

This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Software Integration & Test Engineer or Senior Principal Software Integration & Test Engineer grade.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Software Integration & Test Engineer:

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• 5 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; 3 years of relevant experience with a Masters' degree; 0 years of relevant experience with a PhD
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access or active SCI access
• Experience in software scripting, preferably in Perl and Java/C++
  
  
  Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Software Integration & Test Engineer:
  
  
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  • 9 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; 7 years of relevant experience with a Masters' degree; 4 years of relevant experience with a PhD
  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access or active SCI access
  • Experience in software scripting, preferably in Perl and Java/C++
    
    
    Preferred Qualifications:
    
    
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    • Degree(s) in STEM discipline(s)
      
    • Experience scripting in a Red Hat Linux environment
      
      
      What We Can Offer You:
      
      Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following:
      
      
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      • Health Plan
      • Savings Plan
      • Paid Time Off
      • Education Assistance
      • Training and Development
      • Flexible Work Arrangements
        
        
        https://benefits.northropgrumman.com/us/en2/BenefitsOverview/Pages/default.aspx
        
        Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
        
        Northrop Grumman has approximately 85,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 25 countries, we strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs and services in the world.
        
        Our Values . The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.
        
        Our Responsibility . At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

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