Test Engineer - Level 2 or 3 - Space AHT

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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, they're making history.

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Multi-Domain Operations, Missile Defense Integration Business Unit (BU), has an exciting career opportunity for a Test Engineer/Principal Test Engineer to join our team located in Huntsville, AL.

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

This requisition may be filled at a higher level based on qualifications listed below.

Basic Qualifications:

This requisition may be filled at a Test Engineer or a Principal Test Engineer level.

Basic Qualifications for a Test Engineer (Level 2) are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 2 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and no experience.

• Design, develop, implement, and execute test plans, integration plans, and procedures to complete system-level integration testing.

• Ability to understand and interpret requirements and test guidance to complete system-level integration testing.

• Experience developing testing criteria to successfully satisfy requirements.

• Experience in C++ development

• Strong background using Python

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs.

• Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Test Engineer (Level 3) are:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline preferred from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience, or a Master's Degree and 3 years of related experience, or 1 year of experience with a PhD.

• Design, develop, implement, and execute test plans, integration plans, and procedures to complete system-level integration testing.

• Ability to understand and interpret requirements and test guidance to complete system-level integration testing.

• Experience developing testing criteria to successfully satisfy requirements.

• Experience in C++ development

• Strong background using Python

• Experience using Eggplant

• Experience with Gitlab or Bitbucket

• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% to support business needs.

• Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application, which is required to start.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Security+ certification

• GMD/GWS Domain Knowledge

• Java experience/understanding

• Experience using TATS tool

• Active, in-scope U.S. Government DoD Top Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 - $148,300.00The 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.