Test Systems Engineering, KEI Program

We are preparing for the next phase of development for the Kinetic Energy Interceptor (KEI) Program. We will be staffing key positions on the Integration and Test Team. This is a rare "ground floor" opportunity to join the team and impact test program planning and laboratory infrastructure and operations.


Specific assignments will include:


Developing Test Requirements, Test Scheduling and Planning

Laboratory Architecture and Systems Engineering

Instrumentation and Telemetry Requirements Definition and System Selection

Hardware / Software In the Loop Test Engineering

Test Article Configuration and Modifications

Test Lab and Test Range Coordination

Flight Readiness and Safety Reviews

Conducting Ground and Flight Tests


Northrop Grumman leads a team of the nation's leading defense companies in developing and testing KEI. KEI is the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) element that is being designed to destroy ballistic missiles during their boost, ascent and early midcourse phases of flight. It is also the first ballistic missile defense weapon system to be developed without the constraints of the Anti-Ballistic Missile Treaty. The KEI consists of a mobile launcher, an interceptor and a command and control battle management and communication (C2BMC) system that is housed in a transportable trailer. It is deployable anywhere in the world using U.S. military aircraft. Initially a land-based defensive capability, KEI is being designed for easy transition to sea-based platforms.


Special Note: If you do not possess the qualifications described below, you are encouraged to review opportunities on the Northrop Grumman Careers web site: