R10259822 Field Engineer 3 Vandenberg AFB CA

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 Space Systems – Launch and Missile Defense Systems are seeking Principal Field Engineer in multiple locations supporting the Ground Based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Development and Sustainment Contract in support of the Missile Defense Agency located on-site near Vandenberg Space Force Base (near Santa Barbara), CA

Essential Functions
Perform as a maintenance technician for the GMD team located near Vandenberg Space Force Base. In this role, you are responsible to support all IFICS Data Terminal (IDT) hardware and software GMD Communication Node Equipment (GCN) and the Ground Fire Control and Communication system (GFC/C) maintenance, scheduling, troubleshooting and repair. Support customer deliverables, process development, and improvement. This position requires collaboration and teambuilding across multiple program IPTs, sub-contractors, and extensive customer interface as well as an On-call commitment as directed by the customer for emergency maintenance actions.

Basic Qualifications
5 Years of experience with a Bachelors degree; 3 Years with Masters; 9 years years of experience in lieu of a degree.
Active Secret Security Clearance and ability to obtain COMSEC and TS/SCI Clearance required.
Certification meeting DoD 8570 requirements (e.g., Security+)
Experience with RF and satellite communications systems to include: Experience with RF hardware, maintenance, and RF signal flow troubleshooting. Experience with RF test equipment including Spectrum Analyzers, Power meters, Signal generators, and related RF test equipment.
Experience with RF and satellite communications systems to include: Experience with RF hardware, maintenance, and RF signal flow troubleshooting. Experience with RF test equipment including Spectrum Analyzers, Power meters, Signal generators, and related RF test equipment.
Knowledge of local area networking (LAN) fundamentals with specific experience working with Ethernet routers, switches, and protocols in TCP-IP based communications system.
Strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and ability to work unsupervised at a remote site and interface with a diverse group.
Knowledge of Redhat/Linux, Windows and Virtual computing environments.
Ability to travel up to 10% of time as needed.

Preferred Qualifications
CCNA certified technician
Practical experience with Active Directory
Experience with SolarWinds applications.
Experience in log file analysis.
Experience with /understanding of COMSEC Handling, Taclane operations.
IFICS Data Terminal hardware/software experience or training
Experience with Windows, Solaris, Redhat/Linux applications desired.
Process orientation and strong skills in using and following documented processes / checklists.
Willing to work flexible schedule to maintain operational capability.
Knowledge of military command, control, and communication systems.
Strong Communications Skills.
Knowledge of maintenance, logistics, and MMICS database desired.
Team Player
Understanding or experience with Satellite Communications