Sr Principal Field Engineer- Sigonella Italy

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription
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.
Aeronautics Systems Sector is looking for a well qualified Sr Field Engineer within our RQ-4 Product Support Program. This long-term opportunity will be out of Sigonella, Italy and will require relocation.
Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.
Essential Functions:
Performing analysis of flight data at the site to triage issues.
Communicating complex issues effectively back to responsible engineers.
Lead fault isolation analysis and documentation. Identify and address data availability shortfalls across the Sigonella site and find opportunities to get the data in the hands of interested parties in a timely manner. Performing data entry and/or database management operations in support of programs or products.
Controlling data definitions within established data standards for existing applications.
Maintaining database specifications by initiating or responding to database change requests. Updating and maintaining database records and tables as required. Verifying data files for accuracy.
Monitoring and auditing database operations.
This position will require a candidate to monitor and report squadron flying metrics, as well as maintain and report team-training records for NG and US Air Force requirements.
The candidate will also provide aircraft post-mission data for analysis of mission effectiveness and reliability, monitor and regulate all post-mission data requests, and coordinate and provide continual support of data archives, catalogs, storage, and distribution of all retrieved data via hard drive, disc, or other electronic methods.
This position will be a long-term expatriate opportunity. This position will include Flight Arrangement(s), Household Good Shipment, HOLA, COLA and other incentives for working this assignment overseas. Assignment location is NAS Sigonella, Italy.
What you’ll do:
First pass (quick look) analysis of flight data at the site to identify and communicate issues to responsible engineers. Requiring broad engineering understanding of the platform and systems to an engineering level
Communicate complex issues effectively back to REs
Prioritize and tackle issues in a real-time environment with minimal oversight
Leads fault isolation analysis and ensures thorough documentation of analysis for stakeholders
This role will be expected to identify and address data availability shortfalls across the Sigonella site and find opportunities to get the data in the hands of interested parties in a timely manner
Serve as RE’s POC on the site for engineering investigations and support. To include communicating with site leadership
Generate reports of aircraft and Field Service Representative (FSR) actions to program management
Maintain training tracker spreadsheet for onsite NG personnel
Upload fault log data rapidly to Air Force SIPRNet database for engineering review
Assist in personnel base, flightline, and hangar access
Assist in company badging process
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelors' degree in STEM field with 8 years of relevant experience OR Masters' degree in STEM field with 6 years of relevant experience or PhD in STEM field with 1 year of relevant experience.
Experience in Aviation and Aerospace technical data.
Must have a valid and current Passport
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
Final US Government Secret Clearance for consideration
Ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Preferred Qualifications:
RQ-4 Global Hawk Avionics systems knowledge.
Experience and knowledge of Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) and aircraft forms a plus.
Primary Level Salary Range: $106,800.00 - $160,200.00
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 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.