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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer / Integration & Test - SkillBridge - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $91,800.0 - $137,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Computer Programming, Desktop Computing, Embedded Software, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Inertial Navigation Systems, MATLAB, Systems Integration, Scripting, DOORS (Software), Test Scripts, GNSS - **Published:** September 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://find.jobs/jobs-near-me/apply/ats-redirect/?id=2961204086-2 ## About the Role * Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 2 years of related test experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university. * Analytical coding experience * MATLAB experience * Systems engineering background and/or mindset * Test plan/procedure/execution experience * Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Government Secret Level security clearance. * US Citizenship * Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA Basic Qualifications for a Principal Integration and Test Systems Engineer are: * Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 5 years of related test experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 3 years of related test experience. * Analytical coding experience * MATLAB experience * Systems engineering background and/or mindset * Requirements analysis experience * Mentoring/teaching * Familiarity with testing embedded software on target hardware * Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Government Secret Level security clearance. * US Citizenship * Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA, * Active US Government Secret Level security clearance. * Experience integrating embedded GPS Inertial Navigation Systems. * Expert experience with GNSS/INS/EGI systems and precision navigation simulation. * Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple, shifting priorities while maintaining safety standards. * Experience engaging external customers through meetings, presentations, and technical negotiations. * Systems engineering background with verification ## Description Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program. Goals - Provide separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands-on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC. Objectives - Service Members who complete the SkillBridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands-on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities. Outcome - Offer service-members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team. SkillBridge Eligibility: * Has served at least 180 days on active duty * Is within 12 months of separation or retirement * Will receive an honorable discharge * Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS * Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months * Received Unit Commander ( first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of program., * Synthesize customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints. * Develop and direct preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for complete systems. This includes designing a formal qualification strategy to qualify new system designs utilizing Microsoft Word, Excel, DOORS. * Using scripting knowledge to develop test scripts to automate test campaigns. * Coordinate integrated testing activities. * Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of test program. * Perform technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations. * Assess performance of Navigation Systems and Mission Computers by analyzing data using MATLAB or similar software. ## Related Videos - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [JavaScript? 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