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Top Secret
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IT - QA and Test
Chantilly, VA (On-Site/Office)
Requisition ID: R10189737
This System Test Lead role is responsible for managing a geographically diverse team that executes end to end system terrestrial test campaigns and on orbit test campaigns and will support a program in the Space Security business unit within the Space Systems Sector Tactical Space Systems Division (TSSD). The Lead will manage the System Test Team from a technical and programmatic perspective. The System Test Team is organizationally located within the program's System Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) IPT.
The System Test Lead will lead a team of several engineers that performs planning, coordination, and execution of ground-based end to end testing to ensure compatibility with USG-procured space vehicles that use different USG-managed communication systems. The lead is also responsible to status the customer about planning and execution of Ground SW quarterly test campaigns in the context of alignment with terrestrial system test campaigns and on orbit test campaign readiness. Finally, the System Test lead will oversee on orbit test planning and execution to ensure mission readiness of the program's Family of Systems. The lead will ensure collaboration by the team both within the program, with the customer, and with space vehicle contractor teams.
This position requires being able to balance equal parts technical competency, forward thinking ideas, and execution focus. This position requires a functional understanding of system integration and test activities, ground system networking and connectivity, and the ability address challenges with collaborative solutions. This position utilizes abilities to interact in an organized and solutions-oriented manner, with external entities who are contributing elements of the integrated ground segment. The role will include support for Control Account Management (Earned Value) activities like schedule updates, risk and opportunity management, team headcount forecast, and other CAM requests. The work is primarily performed in classified environments. The ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic fast-paced environment is essential.
This position is located in Chantilly, VA and you will work on site daily. Some travel is required to Los Angeles, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, and Melbourne, FL.
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
The Northrop Grumman Tactical Space Division is a strategic partner specializing in commercial and classified partnerships with the design, delivery, operation and sustainment of satellites and human spacecraft. We support science and space exploration through our various partnerships, including NASA's Artemis program with the goal to return humans to the Moon in 2024 and the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) program that has discovered more than twenty confirmed plants. Recognized as an industry leader, we also develop highly specialized space and satellite components.
Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical
Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedules (For example the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work)
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Salary Range: $155,500 - $233,300
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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
- Category: Engineering
- Location: Chantilly, Virginia, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Top Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: Days (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
- Positions Available: 1
This System Test Lead role is responsible for managing a geographically diverse team that executes end to end system terrestrial test campaigns and on orbit test campaigns and will support a program in the Space Security business unit within the Space Systems Sector Tactical Space Systems Division (TSSD). The Lead will manage the System Test Team from a technical and programmatic perspective. The System Test Team is organizationally located within the program's System Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) IPT.
The System Test Lead will lead a team of several engineers that performs planning, coordination, and execution of ground-based end to end testing to ensure compatibility with USG-procured space vehicles that use different USG-managed communication systems. The lead is also responsible to status the customer about planning and execution of Ground SW quarterly test campaigns in the context of alignment with terrestrial system test campaigns and on orbit test campaign readiness. Finally, the System Test lead will oversee on orbit test planning and execution to ensure mission readiness of the program's Family of Systems. The lead will ensure collaboration by the team both within the program, with the customer, and with space vehicle contractor teams.
This position requires being able to balance equal parts technical competency, forward thinking ideas, and execution focus. This position requires a functional understanding of system integration and test activities, ground system networking and connectivity, and the ability address challenges with collaborative solutions. This position utilizes abilities to interact in an organized and solutions-oriented manner, with external entities who are contributing elements of the integrated ground segment. The role will include support for Control Account Management (Earned Value) activities like schedule updates, risk and opportunity management, team headcount forecast, and other CAM requests. The work is primarily performed in classified environments. The ability to organize and prioritize work in a dynamic fast-paced environment is essential.
This position is located in Chantilly, VA and you will work on site daily. Some travel is required to Los Angeles, CA, Colorado Springs, CO, and Melbourne, FL.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) field with 14 years experience OR a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years experience OR a PhD with in a STEM discipline and 9 years of experience. Experience can be considered in lieu of degree
- Leader experience with a history of people management and operational excellence. Demonstrated track record of successful mentorship and accelerating reports growth, being an effective multiplier for the team.
- Must have U.S. Citizenship with active Top Secret level clearance and prior SCI eligibility with ability to obtain customer SAP approval at time of application
- Experience in multi-domain integration and test activities
- Experience or interest in managing a team
- Experience with Satellite Ground Systems in the US National Security arena
- Understanding of Agile software development practices.
- Background working software systems engineering.
- On-orbit testing of space systems and testing of integrated ground systems.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with NGSP Ground Systems
- Experience with Earned Value Management practices
The Northrop Grumman Tactical Space Division is a strategic partner specializing in commercial and classified partnerships with the design, delivery, operation and sustainment of satellites and human spacecraft. We support science and space exploration through our various partnerships, including NASA's Artemis program with the goal to return humans to the Moon in 2024 and the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) program that has discovered more than twenty confirmed plants. Recognized as an industry leader, we also develop highly specialized space and satellite components.
Northrop Grumman offers a competitive and robust benefits program.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical
Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Flexible Schedules (For example the ability to work a 9/80 work schedule, which allows an employee to work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday and take every other Friday off of work)
For more details please visit our total rewards site or chat with one of our recruiters to learn more.
Link:
Tags
NGFeaturedJobs
Space System
NoVASpace
DIVSE
MMIC
#LI-BC1
NGIS-SSEngineering
Salary Range: $155,500 - $233,300
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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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