Principal / Sr. Principal Requirements and Test Planning Systems Engineer

Conduct comprehensive system-level analyses-including functional assessments, trade studies, and timeline evaluations-to support informed design decisions.

Develop and implement robust test plans and methodologies to ensure system performance meets design objectives.

Report on test and simulation results to provide clear feedback on system performance and guide future improvements.

This position will serve 100% on-site in Linthicum / Annapolis Junction, MD.
This requisition may be filled as a Principal or Senior Principal Requirements and Test Planning Systems Engineer
Basic Qualifications for Principal Requirements and Test Planning Systems Engineer:

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 3 years of experience with Master's degree, 1 years of experience with PhD

Demonstrated experience with Systems Engineering principles and practices.

Proven ability to develop key engineering artifacts, such as Interface Control Documents (ICDs), System/Subsystem Specifications, and Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRMs).

Experience with one or more of the following areas: RF Systems Engineering, Systems Integration, Device Characterization, Test Engineering and Planning.

Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen

Clearance: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance per customer requirements .

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Requirements and Test Planning Systems Engineer:

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 8 years of experience with Bachelor's degree, 6 years of experience with Master's degree, 4 years of experience with PhD

Demonstrated experience with Systems Engineering principles and practices.

Proven ability to develop key engineering artifacts, such as Interface Control Documents (ICDs), System/Subsystem Specifications, and Verification Cross Reference Matrices (VCRMs).

Experience with one or more of the following areas: RF Systems Engineering, Systems Integration, Device Characterization, Test Engineering and Planning.

Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders.

This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen

Clearance: Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a US Government security clearance per customer requirements .

Preferred Qualifications of Principal / Sr. Principal Requirements and Test Planning Systems Engineer:

Current/active DoD Top Secret Clearance and SCI with polygraph

Proficiency in technical problem solving; to include decomposition, root cause analysis, solution development, implementation and monitoring

Experience in multiple core engineering knowledge-areas such as systems design, RF engineering, hardware engineering, software and firmware design, integration and test.

Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering for thread-based requirements development and architecture management (Cameo Systems Modeler preferred)

Experience with dynamic systems design and development including formal technical baseline and change management

* Experience with trade studies, white papers, analysis of alternatives (AoA), CONOPs Analysis, or Risk Reduction activities (RR)

Primary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $165,500.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $206,000.00The 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): Linthicum Heights, MD

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10213184-2

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-11-11T20:06:09