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# Space Assembly Integration and Test (AI&T) Payload IPT Lead - Staff Engineer Systems

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Baltimore, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $169,000.0 - $253,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Signals Intelligence, Systems Development Life Cycle, Subsystems, System Testing, Systems Integration
- **Published:** August 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f1dfd92e48559bf3

## About the Role

The Assembly, Integration, and Test IPT (Integrated Product Team) Lead - Staff Engineer will oversee the AI&T process of space-based RADAR payloads which are comprised of an Electronically Scanned Array (ESA) and Processing Subsystem. This role involves managing the assembly, integration, and testing phases to ensure that the payloads meet performance and quality standards on cost and schedule. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams., * BS degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) with 12 years relevant experience, 10 years with MS STEM, or 7 years with a PhD

 * Active RF or Passive RF Sensor System Integration and Test experience, e.g., with RADAR, SIGINT, or COMMS
 * Technical & People Leadership including planning, scheduling and execution, staffing, setting expectations, tasking, and measuring and reporting progress
 * Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access., * BS/MS in Electrical Engineering and/or Systems Engineering
 * Space Integration and Test (I&T) experience at subsystem, Payload, or Space Vehicle level
 * ESA (Electronically Scanned Array)/Phased Array Antenna Integration, Test, and Calibration
 * Active SCI clearance

## Description

* Lead multi-discipline assembly integration and test effort toward rapid system development and integration.
 * Develop System I&T documentation (System Integration and Test Plan, segment & compatibility test planning, test routers, etc.).
 * Establish system test schedule, resource planning, and coordination across IPTs
 * Coordinate with engineering and production teams to establish and implement effective processes and procedures for assembly and testing.
 * Monitor and troubleshoot issues during the assembly and integration phases, providing timely resolutions to unforeseen challenges.
 * Track progress and provide updates to management and stakeholders regarding project status, risks, and milestones.
 * Train, mentor, and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.


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