Northrop Grumman Australia · 18 hours ago
Principal / Sr Principal Systems Engineer
United States-Georgia-Warner Robins
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$98K/yr - $148K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Systems Engineer for its Integrated Mission Solutions organization in Warner Robins, GA. The role involves supporting automated test station development and sustainment programs, requiring technical expertise and collaborative skills within a diverse team.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and maintain automated test stations
Integrate custom hardware (sensors, actuators, power supplies, DUT adapters, etc.) with test rigs, ensuring signal integrity and safety compliance
Develop, debug, and optimize LabVIEW applications for test sequencing, data acquisition, analysis, and reporting
Create and maintain reusable LabVIEW libraries, instrument drivers, and UI components
Collaborate with product engineering, QA, and manufacturing to define test requirements and acceptance criteria
Build and validate test fixtures, PCB test harnesses, and mechanical interfaces; perform cable routing and connector selection
Implement automated test procedures, including fault detection, self‑diagnostics, and yield analysis
Manage version control (e.g., Git, SVN) for LabVIEW code and hardware design documentation
Conduct root‑cause investigations on test failures and recommend hardware or software improvements
Document test station architecture, wiring diagrams, software flowcharts, and standard operating procedures
Support pilot production and field service teams by troubleshooting test stations and providing training
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 5 years of direct relevant experience with B.S. degree; Minimum of 3 years of direct relevant experience with Master's degree; Minimum of 1 year of direct relevant experience with PhD. B.S, M.S., or PhD must be in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or an equivalent STEM related discipline
Minimum of 8 years of direct relevant experience with B.S. degree; Minimum of 6 years of direct relevant experience with Master's degree; Minimum of 4 years of direct relevant experience with PhD. B.S, M.S., or PhD must be in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or an equivalent STEM related discipline
Proficiency in LabVIEW (NI‑Certified LabVIEW Developer certification is a plus)
Strong hands‑on skills with hardware integration: wiring, PCB layout basics, connectors, power supplies, and signal conditioning
Experience with common test instrumentation (oscilloscopes, DMMs, spectrum analyzers, source‑measure units, function generators, etc.)
Knowledge of communication protocols such as GPIB, USB, Ethernet, RS‑232/485, and CAN
Ability to read and interpret schematics, mechanical drawings, and test specifications
Familiarity with version‑control systems (Git, SVN) and basic software development practices (code reviews, unit testing)
Excellent problem‑solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a cross‑functional team
Must currently hold or be able to maintain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance
Preferred
Currently hold a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance (or higher)
Experience with real‑time or PXI platforms and FPGA‑based LabVIEW implementations
Proficiency in additional programming languages (Python, C/C++, MATLAB) for data processing or instrument control
Background in designing custom test fixtures or enclosures using CAD tools (SolidWorks, Altium, or similar)
Ability to write technical documentation and create training materials for end‑users
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase