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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer or Principal Systems Engineer - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Ocean Springs, MS, United States - **Salary:** $79,300 - $118,900 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Systems Engineering, Network Analysis, Data Link, Linux, Distributed Systems, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Verification and Validation (Software), Solaris (Operating System), System Testing, Systems Integration, Unix Commands, VxWorks, Test Scripts, SC Clearance - **Published:** November 11, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9307714/systems-engineer-or-principal-systems-engineer ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 2 years professional/military experience to include a background in shipboard integration and test OR Master's Degree in STEM discipline with 0 years professional/military experience to include a background in shipboard integration and test * US Citizen with active government Secret clearance. * Proficient with an array of test equipment to include but not limited to the following equipment: power meters, spectrum analyzers, multi-meters, oscilloscopes and network analyzers. * Familiar with shipboard power distribution, grounding and synchro distribution. * Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). * Physically conditioned to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, and manage heights using safety harness. Basic Qualifications for Principal Systems Engineer * Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years professional/military experience to include a background in shipboard integration and test OR Master's Degree in STEM discipline with 3 years professional/military experience to include a background in shipboard integration and test * US Citizen with active government Secret clearance. * Proficient with an array of test equipment to include but not limited to the following equipment: power meters, spectrum analyzers, multi-meters, oscilloscopes and network analyzers. * Familiar with shipboard power distribution, grounding and synchro distribution. * Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access). * Physically conditioned to lift 50lbs, climb ladders, and manage heights using safety harness. Preferred Qualifications: * Formal military electronics training. * Knowledge of shipboard RADAR Systems or Command and Control Systems or Cooperative Engagement Systems or Common Data Link Management Systems or Electronic Warfare Systems or Navigation Systems. * General knowledge of Combat Systems Operational Sequencing System procedures, establishment of datalinks, electronic cooling systems, shipboard preventive maintenance procedures, and shipboard man aloft and tagout procedures. * Familiarity with Solaris, VxWorks, Linux, and UNIX commands and configuration. * Experience in military training instruction (preparing course of instruction curriculum, student guides and conducting training on specific electronic systems). * General knowledge of shipboard power distribution systems, synchro distribution, and navigation inputs. * AutoCAD or similar CAD experience. ## Description The integration and test efforts associated with naval electronic system design are critical to the deployment of capable vessels in the service of our Navy and Coast Guard. Northrop Grumman is seeking a Systems Engineer to support shipboard Integration and Test activities associated with Large Deck Amphibious Assault Ships. As a Systems Engineer you will identify, prioritize, and resolve integration and test issues discovered during shipboard Integration & Test activities. These efforts are performed during ship's construction at Huntington-Ingalls Shipyard in Pascagoula, MS and will include builder and acceptance trials. The candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels. The selected candidate will utilize Systems Engineering practices to provide technical support during equipment installation, maintenance, operation, troubleshooting and testing. Essential Functions: * Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems. Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications. * Read and interrupt engineering drawings, ship specifications, schematics, and contract drawings. * Communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings at testing progress meetings. * Execute test procedures, prepare test reports, and validate system test results. * Differentiate between hardware, interface, and software problems. * Applies technical expertise in the resolution of system and interface failures. * Additional activities may entail off-site integration & test efforts involving short periods of travel. This position can be filled as a Systems Engineer or Principal Systems Engineer