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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.Job Description:\nNorthrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is looking for a Principal Engineer based out of Huntsville, Alabama for the IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS). IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System is a revolutionary, network enabled command-and control system developed by Northrop Grumman that Poland has deployed to unify its air and missile defense sensors and shooters. IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System delivers a single integrated air picture with unprecedented accuracy and broadens surveillance and protection areas. By implementing IBCS Poland Integrated Battle Command System into their militaries, the US and other nations are transforming their integrated missile defense capabilities in a consistent manner.\nThe ideal candidate will have experience in developing test plans and procedures, establishing requirements traceability, supporting test readiness reviews, executing laboratory and system-level tests, analyzing test data, investigating anomalies, and documenting test results. The engineer will ensure test actives are conducted in accordance with approved procedure, configuration baselines, quality standards, and applicable program requirements.\nBasic Qualifications:\nEngineer Test (Level 2): Bachelors and 2 years; Associates and 4 years; or high school diploma and 6 years\nExperience supporting systems engineering, test engineering, integration and test, verification and validation, or related engineering activities\nAbility to interpret technical requirements, specifications, test procedures, and acceptance criteria\nExperience documenting test results, identifying discrepancies and supporting technical investigations.\nStrong Analytical, troubleshooting, written communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills\nAbility to work within established processes and configuration-controlled environments\nActive Security Clearance\nSecurity + certification required\nPrincipal Engineer Test (Level 3): 5 years with bachelor’s degree in science; Associates and 7 years; 3 Years with Masters; 1 year with PhD or high school diploma and 9 years\nExperience supporting systems engineering, test engineering, integration and test, verification and validation, or related engineering activities\nAbility to interpret technical requirements, specifications, test procedures, and acceptance criteria\nExperience documenting test results, identifying discrepancies and supporting technical investigations.\nStrong Analytical, troubleshooting, written communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills\nAbility to work within established processes and configuration-controlled environments\nDemonstrated experience in systems, software, integration, and test engineering\nExperience developing and executing test plans, procedures and verification activities\nDemonstrated ability to analyze complex technical problems and develop effective solutions.\nExperience working across multidisciplinary engineering organizations.\nStrong technical communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills\n Active Secret Security Clearance\nSecurity + certification required\nPreferred Qualifications:\nExperience testing complex defense, weapons, or other mission-critical systems.\nExperience with software and hardware integration testing\nExperience with automated test tools and scripting languages such as Python, C/C++, or similar\nExperience with JIRA, GIT, Jenkins, GitLab, or similar engineering tools\nExperience with MBSE and digital engineering environments\nExperience with environmental, qualifications, acceptance, or developmental testing\nIBCS experience preferred\nLink-16 Experience\nFamiliarity with weapon systems and sensors such as: PATRIOT, Sentinel, G/ATOR, etc.\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $79,600.00 - $119,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,900.00 - $148,300.00The 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. 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