Northrop Grumman (SkillBridge) - I&T Systems / Principal I&T Systems Engineer
Quick Summary
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program,
Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics,
As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel navigate their next chapter into civilian careers. Approximately 20% of Northrop Grumman’s 100,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 2,000 are reservists.
The Northrop Grumman SkillBridge Program is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The program is an opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The SkillBridge Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.
Responsibilities
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Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.
- →Has served at least 180 days on active duty
- →Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
- →Will receive an honorable discharge
- →Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
- →Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
- →Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
- →Integrating, troubleshooting, and testing RF sensor systems
- →Supporting integration / lab environment development and establishment
- →Collaborate with software, firmware, and hardware teams to understand expected unit level and system level behavior to define test cases, and ensure testing is producing expected data points.
- →Define & develop test capabilities that exercise and stress respective software and hardware capabilities.
- →Support the development and maintenance of system integration plans and system test plans.
This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below
This requisition may be filled at either a Level 2 or a Principal Level.
Requirements
~3 min read- Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- U.S. Citizenship & Active DoD Secret Clearance
- Ability to support multiple shifts (i.e. 2nd shift, weekends) when test schedule demands it
- Ability to support an indoor / outdoor test environment
- Experience with RF lab test equipment: signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.
- Experience troubleshooting and resolving HW/SW/FW integration problems
- Experience with test scripting, data analysis, and/or signal processing
- Knowledge of RF systems and hardware
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Self-motivated and can take ownership on tasks
- Solid verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate internally
- Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD
- Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- U.S. Citizenship & Active DoD Secret Clearance
- Ability to support multiple shifts (i.e. 2nd shift, weekends) when test schedule demands it
- Ability to support an indoor / outdoor test environment
- Experience with RF lab test equipment: signal generator, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, etc.
- Experience troubleshooting and resolving HW/SW/FW integration problems
- Experience with test scripting, data analysis, and/or signal processing
- Knowledge of RF systems and hardware
- Experience working in a multi-disciplinary team environment
- Self-motivated and can take ownership on tasks
- Solid verbal and written communication skills to effectively communicate internally
- Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD
- Understanding of Systems Engineering concepts, including requirements analysis and verification planning and execution
- Multi-disciplinary engineering experience and exposure (Software/Digital, Hardware, Electrical, Systems) and strong ability to communicate cross functionally
- Knowledge and experience with ground radars and AESA radar development, design, test
- Master’s degree in STEM or
- Experience supporting USMC and/or USAF customer
- Experience with MATLAB and/or Python
- Hands on integration and test experience
This position in contingent upon successful transfer of Secret Clearance.
Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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About this job
- Posted
- 4 days ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 12, 2026
- First seen
- October 13, 2026
- Last seen
- October 16, 2026
Posting Health
- Days active
- 2
- Repost count
- 0
- Trust Level
- 51%
- Scored at
- October 16, 2026
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