Sentinel - Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer - 18419*
Ngc· Defense· Jun 15, 2026 · 4mo agoPosted 134 days ago
Roy, UT
In office
Full-time
Principal
$112K–$168K
5+ years exp
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Open since June 15, 2026 — 134 days, and still accepting applications.
Job description
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 Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Systems Test Engineer / Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer . This position will be located in Roy, UT and it will support the Sentinel – Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program.
What You’ll Get To Do:
Synthesizing customer contractual needs and requirements into element test solutions that acknowledge technical schedule and cost constraints.
Develop and direct preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for segment testing.
Coordinate integrated testing activities.
Support development of the program Integrated Test Plan (ITP) for the Command Systems (CS) segment.
Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of test program.
Perform technical analysis of complete systems and prepare comprehensive system level evaluations.
Overseeing supplier test activities in support or requirement verification and validation.
Develop proof of concept test methodologies that support early risk reduction test execution to provide confidence in engineering solutions prior to verification and validation efforts.
Basic Qualifications
This requisition may be filled at either the Principal Systems Test Engineer level (T-03) or Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer level (T-04).
Principal Systems Test Engineer:
5 Years with Bachelors in Science; 3 Years with Masters; 1 Year with PhD.
US Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance or higher (awarded within the past 6 years) with the ability to receive a Special Access Program (SAP) certification.
2 years of demonstrated experience in developing test plans and procedures.
Understanding of systems engineering principles and processes, requirements decomposition and allocation, design and analysis.
Senior Principal Systems Test Engineer:
8 Years with Bachelors in Science; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD. An additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
US Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance or higher (awarded within the past 6 years) with the ability to receive a Special Access Program (SAP) certification.
3 years of demonstrated experience in developing test plans and procedures.
Understanding of systems engineering principles and processes, requirements decomposition and allocation, design and analysis.
Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelors Degree or higher in a Science, technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) field of study.
US Citizenship with an Active Top-Secret Clearance or higher (awarded within the past 6 years) with the ability to receive a Special Access Program (SAP) certification.
Experience with developing an Integrated Test Plan (ITP).
Demonstrated experience in RF/Comms test planning and execution.
Demonstrated experience in EMI/E3 test planning and execution.
Demonstrated knowledge/experience with AF Test Directive 99-103, or equivalent.
Demonstrated knowledge/experience with Model Based System Engineering principles, CAMEO, and DOORS.
Experience with ICBMs (MM, PK, Small Missile) or DOD programs.
Experience with JIRA and Confluence.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $111,700.00 - $167,500.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit northropgrumman.com. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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