Principal Engineer Systems Test (26-006)

This position does not provide relocation assistance and requires on-site work with no remote options.
Position Overview:
The Command and Control, Battle Management, and Communications (C2BMC) program is a key component of the Missile Defense System. It is a vital operational system that enables the U.S. president, the secretary of defense, and combatant commanders at strategic, regional, and operational levels to plan ballistic missile defense operations systematically, monitor the battle collectively, and dynamically control networked sensors and weapon systems to achieve global and regional mission goals. C2BMC supports layered missile defense capabilities that enable an optimized response to threats across all ranges and flight phases. It serves as a force multiplier by networking, integrating, and synchronizing autonomous sensor and weapon systems and operations globally and regionally to improve performance. C2BMC is essential for all ground and flight tests that verify and demonstrate current and future missile defense system capabilities.
The System Test Team plans and analyzes all MDS ground and flight tests in which the C2BMC program participates. Ground test types include pairwise tests, Continuous Developmental Integration (CDI), Integrated Ground Test (GTI), Distributed Ground Test (GTD), cyber tests, Space Domain Awareness (SDA), and pre-flight HWIL test efforts. Flight tests are conducted with pre-determined sensors and shooters. International events comprise various ground and flight tests.
Essential Functions:

Planning of all assigned test events, with emphasis on developing and implementing the test artifacts required for each event:

Test objectives

Architecture

Data Item Descriptions

Defense Designs

Sensor Resource Management (SRM) settings

Operational Tasking Data Link (OPTASKLINK), Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI) configuration and Forwarding Tables, CDS, TDACS, TRAUT TDACS, Comms Connectivity Matrices, Event Configuration Baseline (ECB)

System Adjustable Parameters (SAPs)/Site-Specific Parameters (SSPs)

BDR and PR applicability:

Certification Data Packages

Support planning phase reviews and meetings

Support customer boards and meetings

Support Data Management

Interface with developers

Support government personnel during event execution phases when requested

Support anomaly resolution and troubleshooting

Support analysis group

Support Failure Review Boards (FRBs)

Basic Qualifications:

Please list your current security clearance and IAT or relevant certifications on your resume, if applicable.


A Bachelor's Degree in STEM Computer Science, Systems Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, or a related field from an accredited university is preferred, along with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree (preferred) in a STEM-related field with 3 years of relevant work experience; or a PhD in a related STEM discipline with 1 year of relevant work experience

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

Willingness to travel up to 10% for business needs

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Systems Engineering is highly preferred

Certification: INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) Certification

Certification: Object Management Group Certified Systems Modeling Professional - Model Builder Fundamental (OCSMP - MBF)

Technical knowledge of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Missile Defense System (MDS), including sensors, shooters, command and control systems, and networks

Prior integration and test experience in the Command and Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) program

What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman offers a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that fosters your growth, supporting both employees and the company's success. The benefits available at Northrop Grumman are flexible and customizable, allowing you to select options that best meet your needs and those of your family. Your benefits will include the following:
• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• Flexible Work Arrangements
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Additional Northrop Grumman Information:
Primary Level Salary Range: $94,200.00 - $141,200.00The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Client-provided location(s): Colorado Springs, CO

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10218641

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-01-10T19:49:48