Sr Principal C2 Test & Qualification Lead (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time **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. 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, but they're also making history. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS)is currently seeking a **Sr Principal** **C2 Test & Qualification Lead** and can be onsite at any of the following locations **Huntsville, AL, Beavercreek, OH, Bellevue, NB Orlando, FL.** The C2 Test & Qualification Lead is responsible for development and execution of test strategies (unit, integration, system, qualification) and translation of the overall I&T strategy into a specific executable test approach tailored to the C2 program. The Lead will also be responsible for defining/designing HWIL/SIL labs from the ground up, leading operational test support, defining C2 specific MOEs/MOPs, and data collection and integration with the I&T Lab. Performance of progressive Integration (turret, radar, etc.., as they emerge), along with Quarterly test events will be required to mitigate risk towards the final test. The Lab design will include requirements definition, coordination with software IPTs, alignment with existing labs and gap analysis (equipment tools). **Basic Qualifications:** + 8 Years with bachelor's in science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD + Strong technical and analytical background + Dynamic modeling background with experience in reduced order modeling + Proficiency with MATLAB, Python, or similar programming languages + Experienced distilling complex relationships and results into easy-to-understand presentations and reports + Experienced in leading MODSIM development teams and efforts in line with description + Experienced with validating models with real-world test results + Willingness to travel to support customer engagements (<25%) + Active Secret Clearance **Preferred Qualifications:** + Experience with MODSIM tools such as AFSIM or STK + Operational background to apply personal experiences in military to MODSIM + Familiarity with CBAD subsystems (guided ammunition, radar, cannons, coms equipment, C2, etc.) + Data science or advanced analytics experience + Familiar with Agile development and use of JIRA Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00 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 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.