Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is seeking a Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer for their Aurora, CO location. The individuals applying for this position should have experience in the areas of system integration and test, software troubleshooting, creating and running test procedures, and development support.
The primary responsibilities of this position will include but are not limited to:

Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints
* Develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules
* Coordinates integrated testing activities; reviews and evaluates test requirements to ensure compliance with policies and procedures
* Performs technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations
* Create and perform comprehensive test procedures that meet stringent customer requirements
* Generate/respond to comprehensive discrepancy reports; continuous follow-up coordination with developers to solve complex problems associated with real-time processing software
* Perform software installation and checkout in support of development, integration and testing efforts
* Utilize sound technical writing to document equipment failures, prepare status reports, and assist in developing concepts of operations (CONOPs) and improvements to the operations of communication systems
* Analyze requirements and write required test procedures to satisfy Site Acceptance Testing with customer
* Perform SAT and End to End testing
* Integrate and install Software Baseline and troubleshoot Software Baseline
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience; 6 years with a Masters; 4 years with a PhD. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
* Active Top Secret/SCI clearance at time of application
* Experience supporting Operational Customers with system execution
* Position may require planned and emergency travel throughout the year to various locations
Preferred Qualifications:

Proven experience with management/troubleshooting of a Kubernetes Cluster and SW deployment tools
Salary Range: $124,900 - $187,300
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.