Principal Systems Engineer

Perform a variety of data collection and technical support services on the Triton Air vehicle and Ground Control Stations
Support the research and procurement of MQ-4C unmanned air vehicle components in direct support of life cycle sustainment.
Interface with NGAS and customer Flight Test Engineers, Flight Test Conductors, Flight Crews, Ground Operations Technicians, and software development. This position is the primary interface between the US Navy and Northrop Grumman Ground Segment System Administrators, Responsible Engineers, Network Engineers, and Flight Test Engineers.
Essential Functions:

Will act as a System Test Engineer, reporting to the PAX Triton ITT Ground Segment Manager for all ground segment related engineer testing, troubleshooting, and evaluation.
Responsible for engineering test execution/evaluation of system functional requirements to include Detailed Test Requirements, Acceptance Test Procedures, Request For Test (RFTs), and ground/flight test events.
Interface with multidiscipline team in the evaluation of new engineering modifications.
Provide engineering support for computing system deficiencies requiring team interaction with network, software, system engineers, systems administrators, and aircrew personnel.
Provide engineering level evaluation and reach back support for Triton Program Ground Segments as needed.
Provides analysis/feedback during engineering modification, maintenance, and ad hoc test planning.
Prepares Test Variances and Test Worksheets in accordance with engineering direction.
Responsible for providing engineering adjudication for Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals.
Develops strategies/improvements for test efficiency.
The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. The selected candidate will need either to be located at NAS Patuxent River or be willing to relocate to the NAS Patuxent River area.
The selected Candidate must be willing to work various shifts depending on the business needs.
We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Basic Qualifications:

A Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a s STEM discipline with 3 years of experience; or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 0 years of experience.
An Active DoD Secret clearance
Ability to obtain and maintain an active SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company.
Ability to obtain and maintain an active CI Polygraph within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company.
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company.
Current Security + CE, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire date
Experience with Windows and Linux Operating Systems
Ability to work after hours and weekends as needed.
Preferred Qualifications:

Active TS/SCI/CI Poly clearance
Experience testing and evaluating computing systems in a networked environment
Currently valid Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP or similar security certification
Windows/Linux domain architecture experience
Windows AD, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems
Rudimentary Scripting experience
Familiarity with XML, Java, C, and C#
* Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and oral format.
Primary Level Salary Range: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00The 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): Brandywine, MD

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10204862

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-08-22T20:11:09