Principal- Sr Principal Technical Service Engineer- AHT

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 Huntsville, Alabama. The qualified applicant 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. Work may be done at customer site. Includes software systems and programs designed for customers (corporate and individual) and government entities. 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. This position can be filled at a level 3 or 4. Candidate will Provide 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. Work may be done at customer site. Includes software systems and programs designed for customers (corporate and individual) and government entities.

Role Responsibilities:
• Representing the IBCS program as the primary point of contact for
• 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 customer 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.
• Provides feedback to program leadership regarding system performance and end-user comments.
• Also, 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.
• Perform operator and maintainer tasks on equipment, integrated systems, subsystems, and software.
 

Basic Qualifications:

• • For a level 3: BS + 5 years of exp: MS + 3 years of exp; PhD + 0 years of exp or additional years in lieu of a degree
• - For a level 4: BS + 9 years of exp; MS + 7 years of exp; PhD + 4 years of exp or additional years in lieu of a degree
• Candidate must have a bachelor’s degree in science or IT field, and five years of experience in related field, three years’ experience is required with a master’s degree, zero years’ experience is required with a PhD, four years of relevant IT experience or IBCS experience can be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Candidates’ employment, if selected, is probationary and contingent upon the following requirements​:
  • ​Candidate must meet and maintain administrative, legal, and medical Department of Defense contractor deployment requirements for employment in any environment the US Military is or could operate in; DODI 3020.41 Operational Contract Support​
  • Candidate must be willing to travel to Huntsville AL for a 10-week initial training.
  • Candidate must successfully complete Northrop Grumman IBCS entry training requirements with all written and practical exercise test results meeting a minimum individual score of 80%.​
  • Candidate understands and is willing to perform tasks and duties in an austere environment with varying and potentially extreme environmental conditions​.
  • Candidate can lift, carry, move, and use tool kits and equipment items up to 35lbs​.
  • Candidate can wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as US Military Protective Mask, Ballistic Helmet, Body Armor, and Chemical/Biological garments and perform assigned tasks and duties while wearing said PPE​.
  • Candidate meets and maintains physical fitness standards associated with travel in support of current or future worldwide US Military Operations​
  • Candidate must have a valid passport with an expiration date which is greater than 36 months at time of employment offer​.
  • Candidate must have and maintain an active CompTIA Security+ Certification.
  • Candidate must have and maintain a CompTIA Linux + certification or the ability to complete one within six months of hire date.
  • Candidate must have and be able to maintain a Department of Defense secret security clearance.
  • Candidate agrees and understands that failure to meet or maintain the requirements of all above listed conditions is grounds for release from employment.

Preferred Qualifications:
• System administration experience with the following: Red Hat Enterprise Linux and experience operating within a Continuous Deliver/Continuous Integration culture
• Ability to lead technical briefings with the customer and end user, and provide recommendations as to the employment of the weapon system
• 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: $86,000 USD - $129,000 USD

Salary Range 2: $107,000 USD - $164,000 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.