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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Test Engineer/ Principal System Test Engineer - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** United States - **Salary:** $91,800.0 - $137,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, C Sharp (Programming Language), Cyber Security, Linux, Lightweight Directory Access Protocols (LDAP), Software Engineering, System Testing, Test Execution Engine, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Computerised Systems, SC Clearance, Information Technology, Vmware - **Published:** August 25, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/00F048A035C7445FB080FAB51F35E99C/job/ ## About the Role * A Bachelors Degree in a STEM discipline with 2 years of experience; or a STEM Master's degree with 0 years of experience, * A Bachelors Degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of experience; or a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years of experience or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 1 year of experience., * Must have an active U.S Government Secret clearance that is in-scope or currently enrolled in CE, with the ability to obtain a Top-Secret/SCI clearance within a reasonable amount of time to meet business needs * Ability to obtain and maintain an active CI Polygraph within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company. * Ability to obtain and maintain Program Access within a reasonable amount of time for business needs * Experience with Windows and Linux Operating Systems * Ability to work odd shifts and occasional overtime as needed, * Active TS/SCI/CI Poly clearance * Experience testing and evaluating computing systems in a networked environment * Currently valid Security+ CE, CASP, CISSP or similar security certification * Windows/Linux domain architecture experience * Windows AD, LDAP, VMWare, and knowledge of SAN storage systems * Rudimentary Scripting experience * Familiarity with XML, Java, C, and C# * Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization, with internal and external customers, in written and oral format. ## Description Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an exciting career opportunity for a Systems Test Engineer/ Principal System Test Engineer to join the Ground Segment team of qualified, diverse individuals in support of the MQ-4C Triton program test activities. This position will be located at NAS (Naval Air Station) Patuxent River, MD. The Triton - MQ-4C ITT (Integrated & Test Team) is a US Navy & Northrop Grumman combined test team working together to ensure future capabilities are tested and evaluated in an efficient manner. The selected candidate will perform a variety of data collection and technical support services on the Triton Air vehicle and Ground Control Stations; and support the research and procurement of MQ-4C unmanned air vehicle components in direct support of life cycle sustainment. Responsibilities include: * Interfacing with NGAS and customer Flight Test Engineers, Flight Test Conductors, Flight Crews, Ground Operations Technicians, and software development. * Interface between the US Navy and Northrop Grumman Ground Segment System Administrators, Responsible Engineers, Network Engineers, and Flight Test Engineers. Responsibilities include: * Interfacing with NGAS and customer Flight Test Engineers, Flight Test Conductors, Flight Crews, Ground Operations Technicians, and software development. * Interface between the US Navy and Northrop Grumman Ground Segment System Administrators, Responsible Engineers, Network Engineers, and Flight Test Engineers., * Will act as a System Test Engineer, reporting to the PAX Triton ITT Ground Segment Manager for all ground segment related engineer testing, troubleshooting, and evaluation. * Responsible for engineering test execution/evaluation of system functional requirements to include Detailed Test Requirements, Acceptance Test Procedures, Request For Test (RFTs), and ground/flight test events. * Interface with multidiscipline team in the evaluation of new engineering modifications. * Provide engineering support for computing system deficiencies requiring team interaction with network, software, system engineers, systems administrators, and aircrew personnel. * Provide engineering level evaluation and reach back support for Triton Program Ground Segments as needed. * Provides analysis/feedback during engineering modification, maintenance, and ad hoc test planning. * Prepares Test Variances and Test Worksheets in accordance with engineering direction. * Responsible for providing engineering adjudication for Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals. * Develops strategies/improvements for test efficiency. * The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. * The selected candidate will need either to be located at NAS Patuxent River or be willing to relocate to the NAS Patuxent River area. * Up to 25% of travel to support business needs in our CONUS and OCUNUS locations. ## Related Videos - [SMART Test Automation - the experience of legacy transformation](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100215-smart-test-automation-the-experience-of-legacy-transformation) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Generating code with Angular schematics](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/129-generating-code-with-angular-schematics) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) - [Testing .NET applications a Tool box for every developer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/704-testing-net-applications-a-tool-box-for-every-developer) ## Related Articles - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [What is a Test Plan: Guide to Test Planning](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/191-what-is-a-test-plan-guide-to-test-planning) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [Is Software Engineering Hard?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/448-is-software-engineering-hard) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer)