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Engineer Field - Level 5

Northrop Grumman

Engineer Field - Level 5

full-timePosted: Aug 26, 2026Updated: Sep 1, 2026United States-Hawaii-Honolulu

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SCITRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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 Sector is seeking a Field Engineer - Level 5, to join our team located in Honolulu, HIMust work on-site in Honolulu, HIIn this job, you will;Conduct technical analysis of product implementations, modifications and enhancements to product in accordance with specific customer specifications and implementations. Troubleshoots technical problems and issues, determines technical solution in accordance with product and customer specifications, and recommends actions to company or customer representatives for coordinative product solution. Assesses product needs in accordance with customer specifications. Conducts technical training and product briefing with customers, vendors and company representatives. Acts as local on-site representative to customers organization.Basic QualificationsBachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 12 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 10 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 8 years of professional experienceMust have active TS/SCI clearance (in-scope)Experience working in a customer facility as part of a small, on-site technical teamDemonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an operational environmentExperience serving as the primary technical interface to a customer or user communityHands-on experience as a VMware administrator (e.g., managing ESXi hosts, vCenter, virtual machines)Experience administering Windows Server and Windows workstation environmentsExperience administering Windows Active Directory (users, groups, GPOs, authentication)Experience with software installation and integration on operational systemsExperience troubleshooting software issues in a production or fielded environmentWorking knowledge of installation and integration of the Minotaur baseline (or similar mission system software)Ability to support up to 10% travel as required by the program​​Preferred QualificationsFull Scope Polygraph and/or SAP eligibility/clearanceExperience troubleshooting and maintaining Kubernetes-based containerized applicationsExperience deploying and sustaining systems within DoD secure environments (e.g., SIPR, JWICS, SCIF operations)Experience monitoring and maintaining cybersecurity tools (e.g., endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners, SIEM)Experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting encryption devices (e.g., TACLANE or similar Type 1 devices)Experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting network devices such as routers, switches, and firewallsExperience supporting or operating Minotaur mission systems or similar ISR/mission system baselinesStrong customer-facing communication skills and experience delivering technical briefings or user trainingPrior field engineering or systems engineering experience supporting operational users in austere or remote locationsFamiliarity with DoD cybersecurity requirements (e.g., STIGs, RMF, ACAS, HBSS)Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:https://www.northropgrumman.com/spaceWorking at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.Northrop Grumman Total Rewards Primary Level Salary Range: $139,700.00 - $209,500.00The 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 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.

Locations

  • United States-Hawaii-Honolulu

Skills Required

  • software installationintermediate
  • installationintermediate
  • DoD cybersecurity requirementsintermediate

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 12 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 10 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 8 years of professional experience (experience, 12 years)
  • Must have active TS/SCI clearance (in-scope) (experience)
  • Experience working in a customer facility as part of a small, on-site technical team (experience)
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision in an operational environment (experience)
  • Experience serving as the primary technical interface to a customer or user community (experience)
  • Hands-on experience as a VMware administrator (e.g., managing ESXi hosts, vCenter, virtual machines) (experience)
  • Experience administering Windows Server and Windows workstation environments (experience)
  • Experience administering Windows Active Directory (users, groups, GPOs, authentication) (experience)
  • Experience with software installation and integration on operational systems (experience)
  • Experience troubleshooting software issues in a production or fielded environment (experience)
  • Working knowledge of installation and integration of the Minotaur baseline (or similar mission system software) (experience)
  • Ability to support up to 10% travel as required by the program (experience)
  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 12 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 10 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 8 years of professional experience (experience, 12 years)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Full Scope Polygraph and/or SAP eligibility/clearance (experience)
  • Experience troubleshooting and maintaining Kubernetes-based containerized applications (experience)
  • Experience deploying and sustaining systems within DoD secure environments (e.g., SIPR, JWICS, SCIF operations) (experience)
  • Experience monitoring and maintaining cybersecurity tools (e.g., endpoint protection, vulnerability scanners, SIEM) (experience)
  • Experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting encryption devices (e.g., TACLANE or similar Type 1 devices) (experience)
  • Experience configuring, managing, and troubleshooting network devices such as routers, switches, and firewalls (experience)
  • Experience supporting or operating Minotaur mission systems or similar ISR/mission system baselines (experience)
  • Strong customer-facing communication skills and experience delivering technical briefings or user training (experience)
  • Prior field engineering or systems engineering experience supporting operational users in austere or remote locations (experience)
  • Familiarity with DoD cybersecurity requirements (e.g., STIGs, RMF, ACAS, HBSS) (experience)

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