Requisition ID: R10186318- Category: Mission and Quality Assurance
- Location: Palmdale, California, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Top Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10 of the Time
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
- Positions Available: 1
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal Test Conductor to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Palmdale, CA.
Essential Functions:
- Develop engineering and automated deployments for datacenter system configurations.
- Executing engineering projects on schedule.
- Collaborate with engineers to troubleshoot and redline documented procedures.
- Implement engineering changes to the system as required
- Responsible for integrating and testing software and/or hardware systems in complex IT systems.
- Work closely with Engineers and Technicians in a lab environment.
- Good planning, coordination, and documentation skills are required.
- The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.
Basic Qualifications:
- Must have 9 years of qualifiable, related professional/military experience to include a background in a system test environment OR an Associate of Science degree AND 7 years of qualifiable, related professional/military experience to include a background in a system test environment OR a Bachelor of Science degree AND 5 years of qualifiable, related professional/military experience to include a background in a system test environment OR a Master of Science degree AND 3 years of qualifiable, related professional/military experience to include a background in a system test environment OR a Ph.D. AND 1 years of qualifiable, related professional/military experience to include a background in a system test environment
- Experience in or knowledge of scripting/programming languages such as Python
- Experience with deploying, configuring, and hardening Network Devices
- Experience with Linux Operating Systems
- Experience with Microsoft Windows Server and Workstation operating systems
- Experience with Solaris 10 and 11 operating systems
- Working knowledge of routing & switching concepts and protocols
- Familiarity with network simulation tools and load testing (e.g. CML, GNS3)
- Active DoD TS Clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
- Must be willing and able to work various shifts depending on the business needs: 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thurs) 1st shift; 4x10 (Mon-Thurs) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sat, Sun) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sat, Sun) 1st shift.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) or equivalent certification
- Familiar with Spine and Leaf architecture
- Familiar with government grade encryption gear such as TACLANES
- Familiar with Agile methodology
- Familiar with version control, GIT experience preferred
- Ability to author and maintain technical installation, configuration, and update documentation
- Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management
- Active PAR
Salary Range: $100,300 - $150,500
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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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.
