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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Integration & Test Systems Engineer - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Los Angeles, CA, United States - **Salary:** $91,800.0 - $137,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, C Sharp (Programming Language), C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Integrity, Desktop Computing, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), Hardware Interface Design, Inertial Navigation Systems, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Programming Environments, System Testing, Systems Integration, Test Execution Engine, Scripting, DOORS (Software), Test Scripts, GNSS - **Published:** October 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/90AC1FCAE7774E259193A062A879F865/job/ ## About the Role · Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 2 years of engineering experience; Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university. · Experience authoring test procedures, managing test facility interfaces, and ensuring data integrity and cataloging. · Experience with test execution, diagnostics, and formal requirement decomposition with traceability and verification. · Experience creating automated test scripts that integrate with hardware interfaces. · Proficient in at least one of the following programming environments: MATLAB, C, C++, C#, and/or Python. · Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple, shifting priorities while maintaining safety standards. · US Citizenship is required · Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Government Secret security clearance. · 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; Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 3 years of related test experience; PhD in STEM discipline with 1 year of related test experience · Experience authoring test procedures, managing test facility interfaces, and ensuring data integrity and cataloging. · Experience with test execution, diagnostics, and formal requirement decomposition with traceability and verification. · Experience creating automated test scripts that integrate with hardware interfaces. · Proficient in at least one of the following programming environments: MATLAB, C, C++, C#, and/or Python. · Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple, shifting priorities while maintaining safety standards. · US Citizenship is required · Ability to obtain and maintain an active US Government Secret security clearance. · Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA Preferred Qualifications: · Active US Government Secret Level security clearance. · Experience integrating embedded GPS Inertial Navigation Systems. · Experience with GNSS/INS/EGI systems and precision navigation simulation. · Experience working with operational hazards such as overhead lifting, Thermal Chambers, and Vibration Test systems · Analytical coding experience · Demonstrated leadership of System Test efforts in a dynamic work environment. · Experience engaging external customers through meetings, presentations, and technical negotiations. ## Description · Develop and direct preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for complete systems. 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