Sr Principal Cyber Systems Test Engineer (K2)

$151,100 - $226,700/Yr

Northrop Grumman - Annapolis Junction, MD

Full-time - Senior

Annapolis Junction, MD

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr Principal Cyber Systems Test Engineer at Northrop Grumman is responsible for leading integration and testing activities for a large program, ensuring that all test activities are coordinated across multiple teams and locations. This role involves hands-on integration and testing on a cyber platform, developing comprehensive test plans, and analyzing test results to verify system requirements. The position requires a strong background in STEM disciplines and experience in leading test teams, with a focus on problem-solving and effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead Integration & Test Engineer for a large program, coordinating all test activities across multiple teams in different locations.
• Perform hands-on integration and testing on a cyber platform comprised of several integrated components.
• Synthesize internal and external customer needs and requirements into system tests that acknowledge technical and schedule constraints.
• Participate in the development and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for verifying system requirements.
• Coordinate integrated testing activities with other external test organizations.
• Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of the test program.
• Perform analysis of test results and prepare comprehensive reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 4 years of experience.
• Experience leading test teams and/or programs.
• Experience with test automation.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members both verbally and in writing.
• Must obtain a Scaled Agile Framework Practitioner certification within 6 months after onboarding.
• Active TS/SCI Clearance is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience as a member of an Agile Scrum team.
• Experience with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence).
• Experience with Eggplant test automation tool.
• Ability to debug complex integrated applications or test setup issues.

Benefits

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Education Assistance
• Training and Development
• 9/80 Work Schedule