Location : BWI Airport, MD, US, 21240
Company : Northrop Grumman Corporation
Date Posted : 4 October 2024
Job Type : Full Time, Intern
APPLY NOWRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI TRAVEL: NoAs 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.
The Payload and Ground Systems Division (PGSD) within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems 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!
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is hiring a System Administrator. This individual will support the design, development, and integration of mixed operating system (Linux, Windows) development laboratories for the Remote Sensing Programs (RSP) Business Unit in Linthicum, MD .
Responsibilities include:
The selected individual will support the RSP Space Development Lab Network, and will be responsible for administration, maintenance, and compliance of the network. These duties will include:
Support of network topology, inventory, and configuration
Defining and implementing upgrades to the IT environment, including Linux and Windows servers, and other network equipment
Performing new server builds
Scripting to optimize IT environment
Level 2 support for system configuration, setup, and requested baseline configuration changes
Assisting in the resolution of computer problems beyond the knowledge of engineering staff
Qualified candidates must demonstrate a blend of technical skills, and excellent communication abilities
Basic Qualifications:
2 Years of relevant experience with Bachelor's, 4 years with an associate’s degree. In lieu of a degree, will consider 6 years of relevant experience.
Experience with Windows, RHEL, and virtualization
Experience with software development labs, software/hardware integration
U.S. Citizenship
MUST be separating or retiring from the military within the year to be considered for this opportunity
No clearance required to start, but must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance with SCI to meet business needs
Preferred Qualifications:
Active TS/SCI clearance
Bash/Python script writing experience
Experience with multi-site network layout, setup, and configuration
ESXi and VMWare experience (VM creation, vCenter/vSphere management)
Experience with networks spanning multiple trust zones
Familiarity with NIST 800-171 network compliance
Active COMPTIA Security + Certification
CISSP certification, RedHat certification(s)