Software Integration and Test Engineer / Principal Software Integration and Test Engineer

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems (NGDS) is seeking an Integration and Test Engineer/ Principal Integration and Test Engineer based out of Manhattan Beach, CA. Our Team develops and supports state-of-the-art Mission Planning systems.

Responsibilities:

Author Software Test Plans, Procedures, Subsystem Acceptance Test Procedures, and Test Reports.

Execute test artifacts for developmental, integration, qualification, and acceptance testing

Develop automated test approaches for new software capabilities

Compile test data, identify gaps, and recommend procedural changes

Perform hands‐on troubleshooting and support organic/COTS SW/HW integration in the labs

Working with SW development teams to document and resolve SW issues.

Provide on‐site support for fielded products

May require travel up to two weeks at a time for planning meetings, testing events, and customer support

All work must be performed on-site in Manhattan Beach, CA

Basic Qualifications:

US Citizenship and Active DoD Top Secret Clearance (adjudicated within the last 5 years or under continuous evaluation)

For Integration and Test Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 2+ years of experience or Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of experience

For Principal Integration and Test Engineer: Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 5+ years of experience or Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of experience

Experience defining test objectives based on test requirements.

Extensive experience with automated testing tools (e.g., TestComplete) and scripting languages.

Strong background in SW/HW integration/troubleshooting/test principles, COTS software incorporation, and field support.

Proven track record of developing test automation and data collection methods within CI/CD pipelines.

Advanced hands‐on system troubleshooting and root‐cause analysis.

Ability to lead technical interfaces with suppliers and customer

Preferred (nice to have) Qualifications:

Experience working with requirements development

Demonstrated ability to implement process improvements, streamline activities, and develop efficiencies.

Strong interpersonal and analytic skills

Experience with current military Mission Planning Systems such as Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS), AFMSS and/or PFPS

Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or Special Access Programs clearance

Experience working in an Agile/Scrum team.