Principal/Sr. Principal Field Service Electrical Engineer
CO Salary Range: USD 114,000.00 - 171,000.00 per year
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 75% 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 Space Systems is looking to add a Principal Electrical Engineer - Field Service Engineer (FSE)/Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer - Field Service Engineer (FSE) to join our team. This position will be based in Aurora, CO.
As an FSR, this position will be responsible for supporting the program. The ideal candidate would have the training, skills, knowledge, and capabilities of an Army 35T30 (Military Intelligence Systems Maintainer/Integrator), or a 353T (Intelligence Systems Maintenance & Integration Technician).
Job Responsibilities:
Ability to operate, maintain, and troubleshoot all the following:
Hardware: Antennas; rack-mount servers; client workstations; routers and switches; associated power and communications cables
Software & Operating Systems: VMware (including ESXi, vSAN); Windows Server 2019; Red Hat Enterprise Linux; Windows 11; Cisco IOS; Active Directory and DNS; Kubernetes and container-based infrastructure
Familiarity with configuration of encryption devices
Ability to coordinate for and support external interface integration, connection to network points of presence, and checkout/confirmation testing efforts
Experience with installation of containerized software systems using Docker and Kubernetes
Able to apply operating system and software patches and updates on all prototype software and operating systems either independently or with reach-back support
Willing to work flexible hours, including weekends, nights, and/or holidays when required to meet Unit Operations and Training Requirements; This is a travel-based position, focused on pre-planned and emergent travel in support of mission requirements both CONUS and OCONUS. Travel is expected to range between 50 and 75% but requirements may evolve as the program matures in it's lifecycle.
Create discrepancy reports (DR's) and provide weekly status reports to factory in Aurora, CO.
Basic Qualifications:
Principal/Level 3: 5 Years of relevant experience with a completed Bachelors-STEM degree; 3 Years of relevant experience with a completed Masters-STEM degree; 1 Years of relevant experience with a completed PhD-STEM
Principal/Level 4: 8 Years of relevant experience with a completed Bachelors-STEM degree; 6 Years of relevant experience with a completed Masters-STEM degree; 4 Years of relevant experience with a completed PhD-STEM
Must have an Active/Final TS/SCI DoD security clearance, with eligibility/willingness to submit to a counterintelligence polygraph if/when needed
Meet the requirements of DoD 8570.1-M at the IAT II or IAT III Level
Must have Security+ and be current with Continuing Education (CE) requirements: CCNA Security, GSEC, and SSCP or must able to obtain Security+ within 3 months of hire date
Must have at least 40 hours of documented training in two or more of the following computing environments:
VMware version 8, Data Center Virtualization (ESXi, etc.)
Microsoft Windows Server
Linux Servers
Cisco Networks
Preferred Qualifications
5 or more years of operational experience supporting and maintaining RF antennas in a multi-INT environment, including imagery/GEOINT
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Hold VMware VCP-DCV, version 6 or newer Certification and at least 1 other of the following:
Microsoft: MCSA Windows Server 2012 or MCSA Windows Server 2016
Linux: Linux+, LPIC-1, or Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator
Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
* The ideal candidate would have the training, skills, knowledge, and capabilities of an Army 35T30 (Military Intelligence Systems Maintainer/Integrator), or a 353T (Intelligence Systems Maintenance & Integration Technician)
Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00The 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.
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- HSA
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- On-Site Gym
- Pet Insurance
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
Parental Benefits
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
- Four-Day Work Week
Office Life and Perks
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Company Outings
- On-Site Cafeteria
- Holiday Events
Vacation and Time Off
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Sabbatical
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- 401(K)
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- Performance Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Internship Program
- Leadership Training Program
- Associate or Rotational Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
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