Responsibilities for SkillBridge Program participation are
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.
Goals – Provide separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands-on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
Objectives - Service Members who complete the SkillBridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands-on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome – Offer service-members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.
SkillBridge Eligibility
Has served at least 180 days on active duty
Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
Will receive an honorable discharge
Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of program.
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IMPORTANT – Please SkillBridge Prescreen by Joining the Military / Veteran Talent Network
Job Description
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, 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!
We at Northrop Grumman Missions Systems are seeking a skilled Systems Engineer for Integration & Test in Woodland Hills, CA. Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly and continuously drive innovation. The successful candidate will be collaborative, open, transparent, and team-oriented with a focus on team empowerment & shared responsibility, flexibility, continuous learning, and a culture of automation.
This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below
This requisition may be filled at either the base or a Principal Level.
What You’ll get to Do
Synthesize customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints.
Develop and direct preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for complete systems. This includes designing a formal qualification strategy to qualify new system designs utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, DOORS.
Using scripting knowledge to develop test scripts to automate test campaigns.
Coordinate integrated testing activities.
Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of test program.
Perform technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations.
Assess performance of Navigation Systems and Mission Computers by analyzing data using MATLAB or similar software.
Basic Qualifications for an Integration and Test Systems Engineer are
Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 2 years of related test experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university.
Analytical coding experience
MATLAB experience
Systems engineering background and/or mindset
Test plan/procedure/execution experience
Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Government Secret Level security clearance.
US Citizenship
Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA
Basic Qualifications for a Principal Integration and Test Systems Engineer are:
Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 5 years of related test experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 3 years of related test experience.
Analytical coding experience
MATLAB experience
Systems engineering background and/or mindset
Requirements analysis experience
Mentoring/teaching
Familiarity with testing embedded software on target hardware
Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Government Secret Level security clearance.
US Citizenship
Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA
Preferred Qualifications
Active US Government Secret Level security clearance.
Experience integrating embedded GPS Inertial Navigation Systems.
Expert experience with GNSS/INS/EGI systems and precision navigation simulation.
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple, shifting priorities while maintaining safety standards.
Experience engaging external customers through meetings, presentations, and technical negotiations.
Systems engineering background with verification
Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00
The 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.
