Payload Field Engineer (R-PLO)-OCONUS

Northrop Grumman

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Falls Church, Virginia

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PERMANENT

$69,000-$103,400/yr

Updated 09/28/2026

Job Description

Job Summary

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE

SecretTRAVEL:

Yes, 75 of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!

We are looking for you to join our team as a Payload Field Engineer (Remote-Payload Operator) for deployment to classified/restricted, hazardous duty locations.

Please note, this position is contingent upon funding.

•This role is primarily OCONUS, however may shift to provide support from CONUS locations

•While this OCONUS (Outside the Continental U.S.) position reports to the San Diego Field Engineering office, the candidate can be based anywhere in the USA, with no relocation required. However, it requires extensive travel (up to 75) to classified/restricted, hazardous duty locations, including multi-month overseas deployments. A US home of record is required.

Note:

As an international assignee, you will be eligible to receive international assignment benefits, allowances and/or premiums negotiated between Northrop Grumman and the customer which will be communicated to you in advance of your assignment start date and memorialized in an International Assignment Agreement ("IAA") between you and the Company. What You'll get to

Do:

Have an opportunity to travel to sustained operational locations overseas and develop your technical expertise across the engineering spectrum. Be part of our field engineering team that operates and maintains complex tactical communication systems worldwide.

Youll also get to:

Support flight line by performing preflight system tests and configuring payloads

Perform preventative and corrective maintenance

Troubleshoot Hardware/Software issues

Perform system and computer maintenance

Operate and control data links during operational missions

Perform COMSEC Key Management

Perform remote control and operations of a communications payload

Develop procedures and generate reports

Work closely with the Active Duty/Government customer and collaborate with internal Northrop Grumman engineering teams

Extended travel up to 75 to overseas duty locations.

Basic Qualifications:

Associate's in Science Degree with 4 years' experience or Bachelor's in Science Degree with 2 year's experience ; an additional 4 year's experience may be considered in lieu of a Bachelors Degree

Experience with operating Military radios or communications systems and general radio knowledge

Experience handling COMSEC materials, following security guidance/procedures, and operating the Simple Key Loader (SKL)

Must be willing and able to travel up to 75 and multi-month overseas deployments

Must pass a physical health assessment and meet the minimal standards of fitness in alignment with AFCENT requirements

US Citizenship and current/active Secret security clearance required

Preferred Qualifications:

Knowledge of Link-16, SADL, SAT-J and/or JREAP

Experience with operating;

ARC-210, SADL, MIDS JTRS

DoD 8570 IAT Level II or greater (CCNA Security, Security+ CE, Linux +)

Experience with military aircraft operations

Working knowledge of operation, integration, configuration, and maintenance of military communications systems, networks, radios, and general RF knowledge

Experience with commercial and military interfaces to include RS-232, RS-485, and

MIL- STD-1553

Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills and the ability to read electrical drawings and schematics

Primary Level Salary Range:

$69,000.00 - $103,400.00The 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 candidates 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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