**Requisition ID: R10174332** + **Category:** Engineering + **Location:** San Diego, California, United States of America + **Clearance Type:** Secret + **Telecommute:** Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position + **Shift:** 1st Shift (United States of America) + **Travel Required:** Yes, 25% of the Time + **Relocation Assistance:** Relocation assistance may be available + **Positions Available:** 1 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 Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a **Principal Electronics Engineer – Ground Segment Systems Integrator** to our team in Rancho Bernardo, CA. This position will be in our Avionics Integration Organization. This candidate will be responsible for the integrating and testing software/hardware systems in complex IT systems. **Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:** + Support the IPT with Hardware defect resolution for Ground segment and enhancement efforts. + Author and maintain technical installation, configuration, and update procedures + Engineer solutions to address new technical requirements and/or bug fixes + Document and maintain system configurations + Implement engineering changes to the system as required + Maintain COTS Hardware and Software configuration matrix + Engineer and test new technical solutions in lab environments + Document and maintain system configurations + Automate installation of COTS software + Maintain compatibility with existing architectures when implementing system enhancements + Release CM controlled documentation, and COTS software media The selected candidate will be working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment working closely with other engineers and technicians in a lab-like environment. The candidate will be supporting a program where application of extensive technical expertise will be required to support a developing system. Once in the role, this position could offer a hybrid work environment. Scheduled telework days are approved at manager's discretion. This position requires the **ability to travel up to 25% of the time.** **Basic Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 0 years of related engineering experience. + Demonstrated experience with Windows and Unix operating systems + Demonstrated experience with VMware + Demonstrated experience with Ground Segment + **Active in-scope, DoD Secret clearance** + Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP). This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Familiarity with storage systems and basic networking + Familiarity with Solaris 10 and 11, Oracle OEM + Familiarity Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory + Familiarity VMware ESXi, VMware vCenter **Salary Range:** $107,300 - $160,900 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. Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.