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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.The Space Superiority Division, a division within Northrop Grumman’s Space Systems Sector is known for pushing the boundaries of innovation, redefining engineering capabilities, and driving advances in various sciences through cutting-edge technology. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, and innovative technologies to develop, design, produce, and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!\nNorthrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is seeking an experienced Staff Systems Integrator supporting a program out of our Dulles, VA location.\nWe are seeking a highly skilled Systems Integrator with expertise in ground software systems, integration, and testing. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting the verification of ground software systems and integrating key mission-critical technologies. This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge space systems while collaborating with multidisciplinary engineering teams.\nKey Responsibilities:\nSite Hardware deployment, integration, checkout and test through verification complete\nExperience with Satellite Ground SW system verification including Command and Control and Space vehicle mission management\nExperience with Python\nSystem architecture understanding - ability to comprehend how various components interact and identify potential integration points\nScripting and automation expertise - proficiency in create and maintaining automated test scripts used for verification testing\nCommunication and collaborations - skill in clearly documenting issues and coordinating with developers across different teams to resolve interaction problems\nDiagnostics reasoning - capability to analyze complex integration failures, diagnose software deficiencies through log analysis and debugging tools, trace root cause, and identify patterns across seemingly unrelated issues\nExperience with PHX/Raptor SW baseline required. Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T) lead responsible for defining and implementing test strategies, test plans, and test cases based on ground system requirements.\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor's degree and 12 years of relevant experience; 10 years of relevant experience with a Master's; 7 years of relevant experience with a PhD.\nProven experience with ground software system verification, specifically related to Command and Control (C2) and Mission Management (MM).\nStrong background in integration and test efforts, including planning, execution, and documentation.\nExpertise in testing tools and automation.\nActive Top Secret/SCI clearance required at time of application with the ability to be cleared to get a CI Poly\nPreferred Qualifications:\n Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with CI poly\nProficiency in programming and scripting languages such as Python, MATLAB, C, C++, and Java.\nExposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools like Visio and Cameo.\nFamiliarity with collaboration and lifecycle management tools, including JIRA, Confluence, and Bitbucket.\nKnowledge of Systems Tool Kit (STK) for mission simulation and analysis.\nExperience with Agile program execution, including sprint planning, backlog management, and iterative development.\nWorking knowledge of Gherkin/Cucumber testing frameworks for behavior-driven development (BDD).\nHands-on experience with version control systems like GitLab.\nUnderstanding and use of container technologies (e.g., Docker/Kubernetes).\nFamiliarity with cloud technologies, especially AWS Cloud services.\n#NoVASpace\n#SpaceSysEngJobs\n#SpaceEngJobs\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00The 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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