Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Engineer Data to join its Instrumentation & Data team in Melbourne, FL. This senior role involves developing complex test data acquisition systems using protocols like Ethernet, 1553, and ARINC 429 for on-vehicle data recording. The engineer will create data management plans, support hardware and software tool development, and coordinate with IPTs to ensure seamless data collection across various test environments. Key responsibilities include optimizing data dissemination, troubleshooting bus data systems, and collaborating with suppliers and customers. Preferred qualifications include experience with ground and flight data acquisition methodologies, MBSE using SysML, VMWare, and documenting technical processes. The role requires a STEM degree plus relevant experience and the ability to obtain or maintain a U.S. government Secret clearance.
Skills
Python
SQL
Ethernet
1553
1394
ARINC 429
CAN
IRIG 106 CH10
TmNS
SysML
Cameo
VMware
CI/CD
Telemetry
Data Acquisition Systems
Database Development
Interface Control Documents
Model Based Systems Engineering
Military Experience
Secret Clearance
What you'll do
Develop requirements and integrate complex test data acquisition system architectures.
Optimize data collection and dissemination to existing software tools and reduction suites.
Ensure data collection performance meets Test & Evaluation and customer requirements.
Troubleshoot bus data collection systems and resolve related issues promptly.
Support test readiness reviews, planning working groups, and pre/post-test briefings.
What we're looking for
Bachelor’s degree in STEM field with 5 years of related experience or higher-level degrees with fewer years of experience
Ability to maintain and transfer U.S. government Secret clearance
Experience with test data acquisition systems and configuration software
Knowledge of telemetry, onboard recording, and data acquisition equipment by major manufacturers
Development of Interface Control Documents and Supplier Statements of Work for vendors
Troubleshooting bus data collection systems and coordinating with IPT leadership
Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using SysML within Cameo
Market check
Salary context
This
$98,400–$147,600
range sits above
10%
of similar postings on FindRole.
Peer median band
$140,500–$225,050
Median floor and ceiling across peers.
Typical midpoint (25–75%)
$149,850–$220,387
Middle half of comparable postings.
Based on 240 comparable postings.*
* 240 is the maximum number of comparable postings sampled.
Employer
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
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