Associate Technical Services Engineer/ Technical Services Engineer

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.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Technical Services Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse professionals located in El Paso, Texas. The applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Integrated Battle Command System (IBCS) Mission Operations Representative (MOR) Team. IBCS provides Command/Control and Integrated Fire Control capabilities for a distributed Air and Missile Defense Enterprise.

Roles and Responsibilities (not limited to):

• Representing the IBCS program as the primary point of contact for an IBCS-enabled Patriot missile battery.
• Integrating and maintaining systems running Red Hat Enterprise Linux and integration of COTS/GOTS products with IAMD IBCS systems.
• Assists in the emplacement and initialization of the IBCS system.
• Assists in optimizing the IBCS network. Advises soldiers on the capabilities/limitations of the IBCS system.
• Assists in troubleshooting IBCS hardware, software, and networks.
• Provides updated information on the system capabilities through direct liaison with remote engineers.
• Maintains working knowledge of threat system capabilities.
• Provides feedback to program leadership regarding system performance and end-user comments.
• Works daily in the unit's area of operations; directly supports testing and field exercises; deploys with the unit when applicable.
• Provides technical advice and guidance on installation, adaptation, configuration or enhancement of company technical products, programs, and systems. Provides expertise for resolving technical problems, troubleshoots product and modifies product to customer requirements. Provides training to customers.
• Responsible to work with the Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to maintain situational awareness of all product development and provide early identification and resolution of development issues.

This requisition is open as a dual level. We are open to hiring at a level 1 or level 2.

Basic Qualifications:

• Level 1: Bachelor’s degree in science or IT field and 0 years of experience in related field OR 4 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Level 2: Bachelor’s degree in science or IT field and 2 years of experience OR Master's degree with 0 years of experience OR 6 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• Security Plus Certification or equivalent IAT Level II certification required.
• Current active Department of Defense Secret Security Clearance
• Must be willing to deploy outside the US and meet DOD physical requirements to deploy.
• Must be willing to travel to Huntsville AL for extended initial training.

Preferred Qualifications:

• System administration experience with the following: Red Hat Enterprise Linux and experience operating within a Continuous Deliver/Continuous Integration culture.
• Experience integrating COTS, GOTS and custom software in a security constrained environment.
• Knowledge of military operations, procedures, and training activities
• Knowledge of Army ADA systems and operations
• Joint Tactical Information Distribution System-JT101 course or Multi-TDL Advanced Joint Interoperability Course (MAJIC) graduate
• Army Basic Instructor Course or Small Group Instructor Training course graduate Military veteran with service as an Air Defense Artillery (ADA) Non-commissioned, Warrant or Commissioned Officer

Salary Range: $55,100 USD - $82,700 USD

Salary Range 2: $66,600 USD - $99,800 USD

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.