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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Test Engineer -Control Segment/ Principal System Test Eng - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Palmdale, CA, United States - **Salary:** $83,400.0 - $125,200.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Configuration Management, Computer Networks, Linux, Linux Commands, Multicasting, Network Configuration and Change Management, Network Address, Routing, SAP (Applications), Software Configuration Management, Software Deployment, System Testing, Virtualization Technology, VMware VSphere - **Published:** July 9, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9021304/system-test-engineer-control-segment-principal-system-test-eng ## About the Role Basic Qualifications for System Test Engineer -Control Segment (Level 2) * Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 2 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree AND 0 year of related professional/military experience. Basic Qualifications for Principal System Test Engineer -Control Segment (Level 3) * Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Ph.D. AND 1 year of related professional/military experience., * Must have an active US Government Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). * Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs. * Experience with Linux and Windows Operating Systems * Computer Network hardware/software configuration experience * Familiarity with Linux command line * Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include pre-planned extended shifts, holidays, and weekends, * Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance. * Ability to read/understand engineering blueprints/drawings (electrical interconnect, equipment rack) * Must be able to obtain/maintain IAT Level 2 Security Certification (Security +, CySA+, CCNA Security, GICSP,GSEC, SSCP) or IAT DoD level 3 (CASP, CCNP-Security, CISA, CISSP,GCED, GCIH) or able to obtain and maintain within 6 months of start date * Experience with Line-of-sight and Beyond Line-of-Sight Radio Frequency systems * Experience with USG aircraft operations * Familiarity with Crew Resource Management * Ability to read and understand network configurations (Routing protocols, network address translations, multicast) * Virtualization Experience (VMware VSphere) * Knowledge of Flight Test Operations * Experience with systems test processes ## Description * Include ensuring System-Under-Test readiness to execute the tests safely and efficiently. * Serves as an integral part of the test team and provides subject matter expertise during test events. * Troubleshoots and resolves issues during test events as required. Assesses anomalies, documents troubleshooting efforts, and develops resolutions in accordance with documented procedures in conjunction with Test and Quality Engineering. * Perform software installations as required. Maintain configuration management of software and hardware. * Authoring and editing procedure documents as required. We offer flexible work arrangements, 4/10 work schedule with every Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. 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