Staff Network Engineer - Secret

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. 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.

At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and secure technological solutions to enable strategic objectives. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we will support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you will have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

The Northrop Grumman CIDO Classified Solutions team is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Network Architect/Lead to support development of the test data collection, processing, and dissemination framework across flight test articles, ground test articles, system integration labs, software engineering labs, and customer test sites.  The selected candidate will be required to work on-site, full-time at our Melbourne, FL location.

Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. Applicants are encouraged to apply, only if they are willing to work on-site.

The selected candidate should have experience developing complex system architectures, defining key system capabilities, and establishing performance requirements for Instrumentation systems and data networks. The candidate should have a working knowledge of Instrumentation equipment and experience with mechanical, electrical, and radio frequency (RF) engineering principles. The candidate must demonstrate proven application of Systems Engineering principles, requirements management, and test design philosophy.

  

Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following:

• Leads engineering efforts across Instrumentation & Data as Chief Architect to ensuring system performance and compatibility among all components to meet measurement, environmental, and bandwidth requirements.

• Develops thorough definition and analysis of system external interfaces, system implementation approach, and concept of operations during Test & Evaluation activities.

• Responsible for hardware selection and integration of data acquisition units, network equipment, telemetry components, data recorders, TSPI systems, and analog sensors across all test architectures for performance and airworthiness. System shall be aligned with design requirements, technology maturity constraints, and in accordance with customer specifications.

• Participates in on-site support at production manufacturing and integration sites and ensures enterprise Instrumentation & Data requirements are met; evaluates holistic system performance with program leadership and customer.

• Collaborates within an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment, interfacing with IPT leadership, suppliers, customers, and other technical disciplines.

• Designs and plans network communications systems.

• Provides specifications and detailed schematics for network architecture.

• Provides specific detailed information for hardware and software selection, implementation techniques and tools for the most efficient solution to meet business needs, including present and future capacity requirements.

• Conducts testing of network design.

• Maintains technical expertise in all areas of network and computer hardware and software interconnection and interfacing, such as routers, multiplexers, firewalls, hubs, bridges, gateways, etc.

• Evaluates and reports on new communications technologies to enhance capabilities of the network.

• Willingness to embrace change and work in a dynamic environment. 

• May require alternate work schedules shift work, EWW and potentially some weekend work.

• Up to 25% travel to support program activities and integration

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Software, or Computer Engineering or Computer Science or related field from an ABET accredited university with 12 years of related professional experience; Master’s degree with 10 years of related experience

• Candidates must have a current US Government Secret security clearance (at a minimum), to include a closed investigation date completed within the last 5 years OR must be enrolled in the DOD Continuous Evaluation (CE) Program to be considered

• Ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

• Current US Government 8570 Level II certification, such as Security+ CE, CCNA Security, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, or CYSA+

• Demonstrated experience working with instrumentation or within a Test & Evaluation organization

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current SAP/PAR accesses

• Previous experience supporting Flight Test Instrumentation, Structural Test, and/or Lab Test environments

• Previous experience managing system requirements for technically-driven engineering projects

• Demonstrated excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels across IPTs and effectively lead multiple small teams

We offer flexible work arrangements, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.  At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 work schedule, and a great 401k matching program. Come join us!

Primary Level Salary Range: $139,000.00 - $208,600.00

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.