Northrop Grumman · 1 day ago
Sustainment Engineer 2/3 - R10220222
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$88K/yr - $131K/yr
2+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company seeking a Sustainment Engineer (level 2) or Principal Sustainment Engineer (level 3) to join their team in Huntsville, AL. The role involves providing technical expertise in troubleshooting and corrective actions to support sustainment activities, collaborating with various teams, and engaging with customers to resolve issues.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provide technical expertise in troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions to support the sustainment of GWS hardware and software systems
Conduct sustainment activities, including preventive maintenance, system upgrades, repairs, and the replacement of obsolete components, with a focus on mission readiness
Collaborate with engineering, program management, and supply chain teams to execute sustainment and modernization plans
Monitor system performance and metrics, analyze data trends, and recommend advanced strategies for preventive or predictive maintenance
Support integration of new technologies and implementation of system modifications to improve reliability and extend the operational lifecycle of GWS systems
Engage directly with customers and stakeholders to resolve urgent issues, present technical recommendations, and maintain strong working relationships
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including sustainment procedures, technical reports, risk assessments, and sustainment roadmaps
Participate in field tests, system evaluations, and sustainment reviews to validate system upgrades and modifications
Support risk management efforts, including tracking obsolescence risks and implementing mitigation strategies for hardware and software components
Provide recommendations and input for improving sustainment practices and addressing long-term system challenges
Qualification
Required
(Level 2) - Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 0 years of experience
(Level 3) - Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and 5 years of experience, or a Master's degree with 3 years of experience, or a PhD with 1 year of experience
Must be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance
Demonstrated experience with system troubleshooting, including fault isolation and corrective actions
Familiarity with sustainment practices for hardware, software, or integrated systems
Strong skills in technical communication, documentation, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams
Proven ability to prioritize tasks and provide effective solutions in a dynamic, mission-oriented environment
Preferred
Experience sustaining GWS, Ground-Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD), or similar weapon systems
Familiarity with the Air Force's Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS)
Direct experience diagnosing and resolving system-level issues in hardware, software, and network components
Knowledge of sustainment and lifecycle management tools, risk analysis, and obsolescence tracking
Strong analytical skills, including experience with tools like MATLAB, LabVIEW, or system modeling platforms
Leadership experience in sustainment or modernization efforts, including overseeing upgrades or integration projects
Familiarity with predictive maintenance practices and data analytics to enhance system readiness
Active DoD Secret clearance or higher preferred
Benefits
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
Flexible Work Arrangements
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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