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Senior Principal Electronics Engineer – Computer Systems Architect

Disability Solutions
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/9/2025

Requisition ID : R10184390

  • Category :  Engineering
  • Location : San Diego, California, United States of America
  • Clearance Type :  Top Secret
  • Telecommute :  No- Teleworking not available for this position
  • Shift :  1st Shift (United States of America)
  • Travel Required :  Yes, 25% of the Time
  • Relocation Assistance :  Relocation assistance may be available
  • Positions Available :  1

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a Senior Principal Electronics Engineer – Computer Systems Architect to join our team in Rancho Bernardo, CA. This position will be in our Avionics Integration Organization.

The candidate will work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment working closely with other engineers and technicians in a lab-like environment to integrate, test, and troubleshoot software / hardware systems in complex IT systems.

Roles and Responsibilities include :

  • Integrate, test, and troubleshoot software / hardware systems in complex IT systems.
  • Support a program where application of extensive technical expertise will be required to support a developing system.
  • Provide software, hardware, and system support to on-site end-users as well as engineering technical support for peer teams.
  • Engineer and test new technical solutions in lab environments, technical requirements and / or bug fixes
  • Support the IPT with software defect resolution and enhancement efforts.
  • Develop and maintain Microsoft PowerShell scripts, Bash and Python scripts, and Microsoft Group Policies
  • Work with storage systems and basic networking, Solaris 10 and 11, Oracle OEM, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, VMware ESXi, Vmware, and vCenter
  • Script deployments of Microsoft Windows Server and Workstation and Solaris 10 and 11 operating systems
  • Automate installation of COTS software
  • Maintain COTS Hardware, software configuration matrix, technical installation, configuration, and update procedures
  • Document and maintain technical installation, system configurations, and updating procedures
  • Release CM controlled documentation, scripts, and COTS software media
  • Implement engineering changes to the system as required while maintaining compatibility with existing architectures when implementing system enhancements
  • Design and implement VMware high-availability virtualized infrastructures
  • The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility.  There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. This position requires the ability to travel up to 25% of the time for cross-team collaboration.

    Basic Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 8 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 3 years of related engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience with Windows and Unix operating systems
  • Demonstrated experience with VMWare
  • Active CompTIA Security Certification
  • Active in-Scope, DoD Top Secret clearance.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP / PAR). This SAP / PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs. (Of note : SAP / PAR will be upgraded once selected candidate is in role. Therefore, candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP / PAR.)
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Current Special Program Access
  • Mission Planning experience
  • Familiarity with storage systems and basic networking, Solaris 10 and 11, Oracle OEM, Microsoft Windows Server, Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, VMware ESXi, Vmware, and vCenter
  • Salary Range : $137,400 - $206,000

    The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

    Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and / or personal business.

    The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

    Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO / AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

    Salary : $137,400 - $206,000

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