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# Software Integration and Test Engineer / Principal Software Inte

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Manhattan Beach, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $91,800.0 - $137,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Testing (Software), Automation of Tests, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, Software Systems, Subsystems, Systems Integration, Test Data, Scripting, Test Scripts, Break Fix, Testcomplete
- **Published:** September 25, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9191278/software-integration-and-test-engineer-principal-software-inte

## About the Role

* 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.

## Description

* 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


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