Systems Engineer
Requisition ID: R10117426
Category: Engineering
Location: Australia Fortitude Valley, Queensland, Australia
Clearance Type: Protected (Baseline)
Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Positions Available: 1
You might know that our Mission is to solve our customers’ most challenging problems across Space, Aeronautics and Mission critical systems to help safeguard Australia’s future. What makes us really different, though, is that as part of one of the World’s largest Defence organisations, we have access to capabilities and technology most can only imagine. And, here in Australia, we’re growing so there are plenty of opportunities especially for those just early in their careers and looking for experience in a friendly, supportive and challenging environment. Here, everyone contributes and everyone matters!
Your Role:
We are seeking a talented Systems Engineer (Integration & Test) to join Northrop Grumman's MTN Upgrade - DLP project execution team.
This is your opportunity to utilise your extensive systems engineering experience to oversee system integration and test activities. Your new role will encompass the entire spectrum of systems engineering, including requirements management and verification using the Verification Cross Reference Matrix (VCRM) using DOORS Next Gen toolset, integration execution, test procedure management, system testing, and test result management.
As a crucial member of the team, you will be required to develop a deep understanding of data networks and Tactical Data Link (TDL) protocols in order to effectively troubleshoot integration issues within the Data Link Processor system.
Collaboration is key in this position, as you will be working closely with various internal and external stakeholders, both in Australia and the US, as well as customer and supplier organizations. Your role will also involve active participation in health, safety, environmental, and quality management initiatives at Northrop Grumman, including job risk assessment, hazard reporting, and incident reporting.
About You:
If you are a motivated self-starter who enjoys collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, possesses excellent communication skills, and thrives in a dynamic environment, then we invite you to apply. Join us in making a positive impact as we push the boundaries of innovation and deliver cutting-edge solutions to our customers.
What we Offer:
Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.
Professional Development; further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
Options for flexible & hybrid work including 9 day fortnight
Purchased annual leave
Salary packaging including novated car leases
Generous paid parental leave
Volunteer Leave
Health & Wellbeing program
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount Program.
Defining Possible is our mantra and we are committed to making sure that works for our people’s careers too. What’s Your Possible?
Everyone Matters:
Doing the Right Thing and Sharing Success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters and we proudly encourage individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply to join our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian Citizens. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, as such your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. You will need to satisfy pre-employment drug & alcohol testing, police checks and employment screening verification.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.

