Staff Systems Engineer

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 2, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: SAP 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 is seeking a talented Staff Systems Engineer to join our Systems Integration & Test team under the Tactical Fighters Business Unit. Candidate should be a self-starter with a strong mechanical or electrical engineering background. This position will be in Linthicum, MD. As part of the Systems Engineering Integration & Test functional homeroom, the Staff Systems Engineer will be responsible for leading system-level hardware qualification testing. Roles & Responsibilities: Manage the planning, scheduling and implementation of EMI/EMC test and general support of EMI/EMC testing activities Help develop and implement appropriate quality measures and process improvement efforts Lead the system bench and execute qualification test procedures for Environmental, EMI, and Electrical Power Testing Troubleshooting hardware failures specifically with Environmental, EMI and Electrical Power testing conditions Effective communication with team leadership and multi-disciplinary teams Ability to communicate test failures and support troubleshooting effort Support test environment stand up at ETL and maintain interface documentation Interface with hardware and systems engineers in support of troubleshooting and verification A current/active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program clearance is required before starting Basic Qualifications for Staff Systems Engineer: Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 10 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 8 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields US citizenship is required Active Secret Clearance or higher and ability to obtain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance before starting is required 6 years of experience with systems hardware 7 years of experience troubleshooting and resolving complex hardware integration issues Familiarity in a Lab Environment Effective written and verbal communication skills Ability to follow written procedures and verbal instructions Ability to write test procedures Familiarity with executing MATLAB scripts Preferred Qualifications: Process/analyze d ata to generate qualification report SDRLs (supplier data requirement list) Compile data and define changes required in test equipment, test procedures, or new test requirements Experience writing and running MATLAB scripts in MATE (MATLAB Automated Test Environment) Experience executing formal test procedures in a lab environment Experience with RF Hardware and test equipment Experience with Environmental, EMI/EMC integration and testing This position in contingent upon clearance and special program access. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, 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 Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/ This positions 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. Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00 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 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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