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Eng Sr Prin - Sys

Boulder, CO · On-site

$110K - $150K/yr

Join the Fault Management team at BAE Systems Space & Mission Systems (SMS) - a group of creative, passionate systems engineers with an expertise in designing on-board autonomy to protect space ...

Engineer Systems (AHT)

Dulles, VA · On-site

$91K - $137K/yr

This Systems Engineering position is an engineering support role withing Fault Management and System Autonomy in the Tactical Space Systems Division at Northrop Grumman Space Systems located in ...

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How much do fault management engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for fault management engineer in the United States is $111,144.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $75,500.00 and $143,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a fault management engineer do?

A Fault Management Engineer is responsible for monitoring, detecting, and resolving faults or issues within a network or system to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime. They use specialized tools to identify problems, analyze incident reports, and coordinate with technical teams for quick resolution. Their duties often include implementing automated monitoring solutions, performing root cause analysis, and documenting incidents to prevent future occurrences. Overall, they play a crucial role in maintaining the reliability and efficiency of IT infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a fault management engineer?

To thrive as a Fault Management Engineer, you need a solid understanding of networking principles, troubleshooting methodologies, and a relevant degree in engineering or information technology. Familiarity with network management systems (NMS), SNMP, fault monitoring tools like Nagios or SolarWinds, and certifications such as CCNA or CompTIA Network+ are typically required. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for diagnosing issues and coordinating resolutions. These skills ensure quick identification and resolution of network faults, maintaining system reliability and minimizing downtime.

How does a fault management engineer typically collaborate with other IT teams during incident resolution?

A Fault Management Engineer works closely with network operations, system administrators, and support teams to swiftly identify and resolve system faults. During incidents, they coordinate troubleshooting efforts, communicate findings, and escalate issues to specialized teams when necessary. This collaboration ensures minimal downtime and helps maintain service reliability. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as engineers often participate in cross-functional meetings and post-incident reviews to improve future response strategies.

What is the difference between Fault Management Engineer vs Network Operations Center (NOC) Technician?

AspectFault Management EngineerNetwork Operations Center (NOC) Technician
CertificationsNetwork+ or CCNA, fault management certificationsNetwork+ or CCNA, basic troubleshooting certifications
Work EnvironmentDesign, analyze, and resolve network faults, often in a technical or engineering settingMonitor network performance, respond to alerts, and perform troubleshooting in a control room
Employer & IndustryTelecom, ISPs, large enterprise networksTelecom, ISPs, data centers, enterprise IT

Fault Management Engineers focus on diagnosing and resolving complex network faults, often working on system design and analysis. NOC Technicians monitor network health and handle routine troubleshooting. Both roles are essential in maintaining network reliability but differ in scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Fault Management Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $111,144 per year, or $53.4 per hour.

Principal Systems Engineer - Fault Management & System Autonomy (AHT)

Dulles, VA • On-site

Northrop Grumman
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees

$114K - $171K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Life, PTO

Posted 13 days ago


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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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. 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 employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector, Eastern Region Engineering is hiring a qualified Principal Systems Engineer to support missions within the Space Superiority Division located in Dulles, VA. The job responsibilities will be as an individual-contributor and deliverable/product lead within a multi-disciplinary engineering team, specifically supporting functions related to Fault Management and System Autonomy (FMSA) for space systems. Duties/Responsibilities: Perform traditional Systems Engineering functions, including requirements synthesis and flow-down, verification/validation planning, system trades study support, systems analysis, coordination of design efforts, and management of technical budgets & interface definitions.

The application of these systems engineering functions will be in the context of fault management, system autonomy. The candidate must be able to assist in the formulation of system design, definition of concept of operations, and systems analysis for failure modes and effects, including their identification and mitigation through autonomous or operational controls. Designing, implementing, and validating Fault Management and System Autonomy Flight Software using flight-like simulations and flight hardware.

Must be knowledgeable in spacecraft subsystem design, spacecraft testing, flight software best practices, and mission operations. Candidate may be called on to assist in new business activities, such as conceptual design and analysis for proposals and funded studies and may include authoring sections for both. Presentation skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to either technical or nontechnical audiences is required.

Basic Qualifications: Bachelors of Science degree in technical field + 5 years of experience, or Masters of Science degree in technical field + 3 years of experience; or a PhD Experience in Systems Engineering for mission critical applications Mission and/or vehicle systems engineering experience Software coding or scripting experience Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application Preferred Qualifications: Failure analysis or fault management technical experience Experience defining requirements & interfaces Understanding of spacecraft integration & test, launch, and mission operations Experience developing verification documentation Experience with architecture development Experience with spacecraft mission operations Familiarity with electrical & computer systems Familiarity with command and telemetry databases #SpaceEngJobs #SpaceSysEngJobs #NoVASpace Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 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.


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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.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939