(Skillbridge) – Computer Systems Analyst - 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: No

Description

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.

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman’s 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.

The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29 . NG-MIP is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Responsibilities for this internship position are:

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Military Internship Program (DoD SKillbridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals – Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome – Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

· Has served at least 180 days on active duty

· Is within 12 months of separation or retirement

· Will receive an honorable discharge

· Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS

· Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months

· Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Computer Systems Analyst to support the Warfighter Training team, as a Training System Integrator (TSI). The TSI supports warfighter training using the Ground-based Midcourse Defense (GMD) Fire Control & Communications (GFC/C) system, on the GMD System Trainer (GST). The position is located at the Missile Defense Integration & Operation Center (MDIOC), at Schriever Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO.

Position Overview

Evening shift and weekend work will be required.

• Operate and maintain the GFC/C system for daily sustainment training at the MDIOC facility, verifying system parameters and formats as necessary.

• Interface daily with MDIOC, internal, external, and Government personnel during training and system modifications/upgrades.

• Develop and determine system configuration solutions to meet customer requirements.

• Provide support to new hardware and/or software installations for all GST systems at MDIOC, ensuring systems capability and modifying parameters when needed.

• Support local test and checkout procedures to verify new systems are ready for integration into the training system.

• Configure GFC systems using UNIX/LINUX command line interface and other delivered tools, as well as revising existing procedures to correct deficiencies.

• Operate the GST system for daily training including verification of training configuration, ensuring all systems function properly.

• Work with MDIOC GMD teammates to determine and resolve any GFC, network, or other simulation issues.

• Identify/report anomalies and perform daily system cleanup.

Essential Duties Include:

• Ensure correct start up and operation of the GFC/C Training System

• Coordinate with contractor and Government personnel to schedule training systems and de-conflict them with other activities

• Verification/modification of training configurations

• Operation of both GFC/C training system and the simulation system including coordination with MDIOC and external agencies

• Maintain necessary documentation

• Manage System logs

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or 2 years of relevant program experience, or 0 years’ experience with Master’s Degree in the same disciplines. Relevant experience in lieu of degree acceptable.

• Interim Secret security clearance required

• Technical analysis and technical communications experience

• Proactive, self-starter, eager to learn and assist customer with GMD/GFC

• Work effectively on a small team with multiple external teammates and customers

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in a classified environment at a government-based facility

• Current active DoD Secret clearance

• GMD / GFC/C experience

• GFC/C and GMD system knowledge

• Command and Control, radar, missile systems training or operational support

• Test, integration, networking experience

• Experience working on UNIX/Linux platforms

• Python coding or scripting

IMPORTANT – Please follow these two steps prior to applying to DoD SkillBridge positions:

Download and complete the DoD SkillBridge Prescreen Form Identify DoD SkillBridge Opportunity and apply (Be sure to attach your DoD SkillBridge Prescreen form to the application)

Primary Level Salary Range: $63,900.00 - $95,900.00
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.