Sr. Principal Systems Engineer – Communications Test Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security.  Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter.  Come be a part of our mission! Northrop Grumman Mission Systems' Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) division is seeking a  Sr Principal Systems Engineer – Communications Test Engineer in Baltimore, MD . What You’ll Get to Do: Lead Acceptance Test Execution – Plan, schedule, and execute system level acceptance tests; maintain the System ATP plan and procedures; ensure resources (personnel, facilities, equipment, test assets) are available and aligned with production build plans and program milestones. Facilitate Team Development – Provide training for System ATP execution engineers and mentor a growing test team. Technical Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis – Direct cross disciplinary investigations (hardware, firmware, software); determine corrective actions, verify effectiveness, and document results. Defect Tracking & Configuration Management – Generate and manage Quality Notifications (QNs) in SAP; maintain accurate records of test results, failure investigations, and hardware traceability. Production Support & Process Improvement – Mature acceptance test processes for Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP); drive test efficiency, repeatability, and automation; develop metrics, dashboards, and continuous improvement initiatives. Cross Functional Leadership – Act as the primary interface for Production Program Managers, Technical Leadership (Chief Engineer, System Architect, SEIT Lead), Integration & Test SMEs, and Quality/Mission Assurance. Data Review & Reporting – Compile and analyze test data packages; lead formal data reviews; produce status reports on hardware readiness, defect trends, and test execution; present concise technical recommendations to senior leadership and customers. Engage in System Integration & Field Support – Support integration and test activities; provide field support as needed.

Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or equivalent experience; 8 + years of relevant engineering experience; 6 years of experience with a Maters; or 4 years of experience with a PhD.  An additional 4 years of experience can be considered in lieu of degree  US Citizenship required Active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain/maintain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start is required. Experience supporting radar, RF, electronic warfare (EW), or other mission system programs; familiarity with sensor hardware capabilities and integration/testing of RADAR, SIGINT, or EW systems. Proficiency with SAP Quality