Staff Systems Engineer - (Melbourne FL)

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Staff Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. We are looking for a motivated Staff Systems Engineer to join our Research and Advanced Design (RAD) / Battlespace Architecture Science & Technology (BAST) team focused on integrating commercial technologies and enhancing them to address operational military use cases.

These technologies include 5G/NextG communications, machine learning, cybersecurity, and future wireless technologies. This position is located in Melbourne, Florida.

The ideal candidate will have experience working with wireless communication systems, both commercial and military, as well as experience integrating and testing hardware/software solutions from a box level, down to the microelectronics level. The role will involve working with commercial partners to integrate the latest 5G capabilities and designing a platform to support advanced battle management technologies.

In addition to strong integration and test experience, we are looking for someone with the ability to tackles critical issues and the willingness to support wherever the team needs it, regardless of position or title. RAD/BAST pursuits are exciting, fast-paced, and innovative. If you thrive in such an environment, then this opportunity is for you.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 14 years of experience in engineering; OR Master of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 12 years of experience in engineering; OR PhD in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 9 years of experience in engineering.

• Must have an active in scope DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years).

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance after start of employment.

• Multiple years of experience providing technical leadership to a cross-discipline engineering team and/or subcontractors.

• Experience working with a program manager to developing and executing project cost & schedules and managing budgets.

• Experience procuring material through a Global Supply Chain organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing technical leadership to a geographically dispersed engineering team

• Experience with integrating commercial 5G technologies and 3GPP specifications and services.

• Experience managing the design and fabrication of microelectronics used in RF communication systems.

• Experience in integrating complex systems for Naval platforms and operations.

• Experience demonstrating complex technical concepts to management, customers, and stakeholders who lack a strong technical background.

Salary Range: $142,500.00 - $213,700.00

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.

Employees 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 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 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.