Principal Cyber Software Test Engineer

Northrop Grumman

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Work type
On-site
Location
Annapolis Junction, MDSan Antonio, TXAurora, COMorehead City, NC
Salary
$98,900–$155,400 / yr
Posted
39 days ago
Freshness
Confirmed live 2 days ago

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Below market

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 367 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Principal Cyber Software Test Engineer

As a Principal Cyber Software Test Engineer, you will join the Northrop Grumman Mission Systems team to provide specialized test and evaluation capabilities for multi-domain systems. You will analyze system requirements and concept of operations documents to develop comprehensive evaluation plans, procedures, and reports. Your daily responsibilities include conducting data collection, performing statistical analysis on performance behavior, and managing configuration data. You will also coordinate with systems engineering teams to integrate testing programs and ensure readiness across various test levels including simulation and physical tests. The role requires expertise in modeling and simulation, instrumentation, and data management tools. You will work within an integrated team environment to solve complex technical challenges related to system functionality, maturity, and performance metrics while ensuring compliance with national and international standards for secure, multi-domain technology development.

What you'll do

  • Develop evaluation plans, test procedures, and data collection strategies based on system requirements and acquisition plans.
  • Produce Government test and evaluation documentation including strategy reports, master plans, and readiness assessments.
  • Perform statistical analysis and modeling to characterize performance behavior and ensure confidence in results.
  • Execute program-level testing and data collection to synchronize events with critical decision points.
  • Manage data configuration, authentication, and discrepancy reporting in compliance with program requirements.
  • Assess operational environments and system requirements to prioritize test objectives and select evaluation scenarios.
  • Coordinate instrumentation, calibration, and equipment readiness for all scheduled test events.
  • Provide technical direction and guidance to junior engineers while coordinating task implementation with Government sponsors.

What we're looking for

  • Must have a High School Diploma with 9 years of related experience or a Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 5 years of experience.
  • Must possess an active and current TS/SCI security clearance with a Polygraph.
  • Must be able to obtain relevant certifications within 6 months of employment.
  • U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.
  • Experience analyzing user requirements to derive software design and performance requirements is preferred.
  • Knowledge of CNO development concepts is preferred.

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