Sr Staff Engineer Systems (PGS Space Systems)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Redondo Beach
Posted on: September 9, 2023

Job Description:

Requisition ID: RCategory: EngineeringLocation: Redondo Beach, CA, USACitizenship Required: United States CitizenshipClearance Type: Top SecretTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available: 1At 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 (PGS) division of Northrop Grumman's Space Systems sector seeks team members who want to solve interesting, complex problems which protect our nation. We are a trusted mission payload and ground system provider with extensive experience providing end-to-end mission solutions from concept through operations and support. The team you will support is located at our Space Park campus in Redondo Beach, CA.As a Sr. Staff Systems Engineer, you will directly support the Ground SEIT IPT in leading the systems engineering and integration and test team in the campaign to refine requirements in support of the verification campaign, coordinate with customers to ensure alignment to contractually required product deliveries and documentation, influence the program's roadmap planning, and provide systems engineering guidance to the teams.Some key tasks:Lead Test Planning Working Groups (TPWG) with customers and key technical stakeholders for the Early Integration Testing (EIT) R and Integrated Segment Testing (IST)Lead the design & content of the test overview, test objectives, and test architecture, including mapping to requirements verificationLead I&T execution in preparation of the EIT/IST RFR - program milestone events.Troubleshoot surfaced critical anomalies & identify root cause leading to quick resolution to solidify the SW & HW baselineLead development of TRR package, content mapped to command media/gov't provided compliance reference.Lead the TRR conduct, ensure detailed technical content provided to meet Test Entrance Criteria and receive Authority to ProceedResponsible for generating & delivering formal test documentation & required test CDRLs as directed in the SOW/DIDBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in STEM with 14 years of related experience, or a Master's degree in STEM with 12 years of related experience, or a PhD in STEM with 9 years of related experienceWorking knowledge of systems engineering principles and processesActive DoD Top Secret ClearancePreferred Qualifications:Direct experience providing technical leadership, direction and mentoring to other technical employees to achieve practical end resultsDirect experience with formally presenting technical solutions to senior leadership.Experience Leading factory HITL system tests (including EMTB, encryption devices, Cross Domain, network routing)Experience Leading Space /Ground On Orbit System TestExperience with Agile developmentFamiliarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering languages (SysML/UML) and conceptsDirect experience using the DOORS Requirements Management DatabaseActive DoD Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access or active SCI accessSalary Range: $178,700 USD - $268,100 USDEmployees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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