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Space Assembly Integration and Test Technical Lead – Staff Systems Engineer

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's 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 nation's 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, they're making history.

The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems 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 in Linthicum, MD is seeking a Space Assembly Integration and Test (AI&T) Technical Lead to support the final (payload-level) AI&T of a Space RADAR Payload which includes an Electronically Scanned Array (ESA) antenna and processor for a production Space program.

This position is on-site in Linthicum, MD in a high bay cleanroom and RF anechoic chamber/compact range.

Responsibilities include:

Provide technical leadership, direction and support to 12 integration and test engineers supporting 3 shifts (24 hours per day) x 5 days per week
Responsible for Test Router and T-Spec (Test Specification). The Test Router is a spreadsheet that contains a list all the testing that occurs while in the compact range and provides the test plan and direction to the Test Directors and Bench Operators.
Primary POC (Point of Contact) on the phone tree for technical help
Communicate/collaborate with RADAR subject matter experts to evaluate RADAR performance and verify requirements are met for sell-off
Communicate technical issues to program leadership
Help resolve technical issues with the test procedures and test equipment
Help resolve test failures:
- Determine troubleshooting plan
- Prioritize testing efforts
- Determine RCCA (Root Cause Corrective Action)
- Work with Program Managers to coordinate staffing and scheduling
- Determine closure paths to Jira tickets
- Provide technical input for QNs (Quality Notifications) in SAP production system
Generate technical portions of slides for various milestones for Payload test events
Pre-range review of hardware coming into the range
TRR (Test Readiness Review) prior to Radome installation
BOC (Break of Configuration) Review for Radome removal
BOC Review for Range removal
PSR (Pre-Ship) Review before shipment to the Space Vehicle integrator
Trending of Payload Test Data
Train junior engineers
Payload Representative at various program meetings:
- TRR and BOCs for subassemblies, e.g., Panels, ESA (Electronically Scanned Array) Antenna, and Processors
- Payload Engineering Weekly (update Payload AI&T status slide)
- Payload ERB (Engineering Review Board)
Daily Shift Change / CCB (Configuration Control Board) – comment on any new tickets
2nd-to-3rd Shift Change meeting, 9 PM virtually from home
ART/FRBs (Anomaly Resolution Team/Failure Review Board) – possibly leading and/or gathering data and generating slides
SLCs (Signatures, Limitations and Constraints) meetings; submit/modify SLC entries based on Payload Testing

Basic Qualifications:

BS in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) with 12 years relevant experience or 10 years with MS
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance, and SCI approval/access prior to start date.
RADAR Integration and Test experience
Space Integration and Test (I&T) experience at subsystem, Payload, or Space Vehicle
Technical leadership
Ability for some limited travel (less than 10% time) to support payload delivery and AI&T efforts at the Space Vehicle Integrator's site

Preferred Qualifications:

BS in Electrical or Computer Engineering
Space RADAR Payload I&T experience
Active TS/SCI

Salary Range: $163,200.00 - $244,800.00

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 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.

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What You Should Know About Space Assembly Integration and Test Technical Lead – Staff Systems Engineer, ngc

At Northrop Grumman, we’re on a mission to innovate and make history with our revolutionary technologies, and we’re excited to invite a passionate Space Assembly Integration and Test Technical Lead – Staff Systems Engineer to our team in Linthicum, MD. Imagine being at the forefront of space exploration and working with cutting-edge systems that directly impact lives around the world! As our Space AI&T Technical Lead, you will spearhead the final payload-level integration and test of our advanced Space RADAR Payload. You will lead a talented team of engineers across multiple shifts, ensuring everything from technical direction to troubleshooting runs smoothly. Your expertise in RADAR test specifications and procedures will be paramount as you collaborate closely with subject matter experts and program leadership to tackle challenges and celebrate successes. You’ll have the chance to generate technical documentation and report test data trends while training and mentoring junior engineers. Your impact will extend to critical program meetings, where your insights as a payload representative will shape decisions, making every day dynamic and rewarding. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate, and your journey with us offers the perfect blend of professional growth, innovation, and fun. Together, let’s invent the future!

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What are the main responsibilities of the Space Assembly Integration and Test Technical Lead at Northrop Grumman?

The Space Assembly Integration and Test Technical Lead at Northrop Grumman is responsible for overseeing the technical direction of the integration and testing process of Space RADAR Payload systems. This includes managing a team of engineers across multiple shifts, ensuring tests are conducted correctly, troubleshooting any arising issues, and collaborating with RADAR experts to validate performance against requirements. The lead is also the primary point of contact for providing technical guidance and generating key documentation required for milestone presentations.