We are looking for you to join our team as a Field Engineer Level 3 or 4 in support of the Battlefield Airborne Communications Node (BACN)Program located at Warner Robins AFB, GA.
What You'll get to Do:
This is an opportunity to develop your technical expertise across the engineering spectrum while working with a multi-disciplinary team that operates and maintains complex tactical communication systems. You'll also get to:

Support operations and maintenance of a complex airborne and terrestrial tactical communication system providing voice and data services in real world operations.
* Support flight line by performing preflight system tests and configuring payloads
* Perform preventative and corrective maintenance
* Troubleshoot Hardware/Software issues
* Perform system and computer maintenance
* Administer equipment and environments which include Linux servers/clients, Windows 10, network attached storage devices and Linux virtual machines.
* Perform Communication Security (COMSEC) Key Management
* Use engineering drawings for troubleshooting and system analysis.
* Work closely with an Active Duty/Government customer as well as internal Northrop Grumman Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
* Prepare to learn and excel on a small multidisciplinary team responsible for troubleshooting a wide array of military voice and data services.
This position may be filled as a Field Engineer Level 3 or 4.
Basic Qualifications for a Field Engineer Level 3:

Bachelor's degree in Science with 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Science with 3 years of relevant experience; 9 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Degree.
* US Citizenship required.
* Active Secret security clearance required to start.
* Experience working with electrical or mechanical design requirements and specifications.
* Experience working with cross-functional teams to resolve problems or issues.
* Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds and carry boxes, equipment, etc. required as part of the warehousing and inventory control duties.
Basic Qualifications for a Field Engineer Level 4:

Bachelor's degree in Science with 8 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Science with 6 years of relevant experience. 12 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a Degree.
* US Citizenship required.
* Active Secret security clearance required to start.
* Experience working with electrical or mechanical design requirements and specifications.
* Experience working with cross-functional teams to resolve problems or issues.
* Must be willing and able to lift up to 50 pounds and carry boxes, equipment, etc. required as part of the warehousing and inventory control duties.
Preferred Qualification:

Knowledge of Link-16, VMF, SADL, SAT-J and/or JREAP-C
* Experience with operating; PRC-117, ARC-210, SADL, MIDS JTRS radios
* DoD 8570 IAT Level II or greater (CompTIA Security+ and Linux + certifications)
* Experience with operating radio equipment and general RF knowledge.
* Experience with military aircraft operations
* Familiar with NIST security controls
* Candidate shall have broad experience with the operation, integration, configuration, and maintenance of military communications systems, networks, and radios.
* Aviation or logistician experience with large aircraft
* Familiarity with DD Form 1149s, and the related processes for shipments (both CONUS and OCONUS), and must understand and strictly comply with ITAR guidelines and CCI/COMSEC, classified and Security requirements
* Experience in Procurement, Contracts, Provisioning, Inventory, and Storage
* Experience with purchase Order (P.O.) management, and coordinating work orders to sustain, and/or to improve sustainment operations
* DoD 8570 IAT Level II or greater (CCNA Security, Security+ CE, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, Linux +)
Salary Range: $78,700 - $118,100
Salary Range 2: *$98,100 - $147,100
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.
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 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.