Northrop Grumman
Associate / RF Test Engineer (Secret clearance)
Northrop Grumman, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Requisition ID: R10188124
Category:
Engineering
Location:
Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
Clearance Type:
Secret
Telecommute:
No - Teleworking not available for this position
Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be available
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. 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Manufacturing Operations Test Engineering Team seeks an
Associate RF Test Engineer / RF Test Engineer with a Secret clearance
to join our team in
Baltimore, MD . This career opportunity is a great fit for self-motivated, proactive individuals who want to assume ownership of the performance and delivery of Northrop Grumman's diverse suite of RF and digital product hardware. Our Engineers work in a high exposure, fast-paced, and exciting environment that involves hands-on technical challenges, problem-solving, and inter-department collaborations. We are seeking RF and digital knowledgeable individuals who will monitor and support product technical performance and maintain product delivery schedules. The RF Test Engineer will support the development, integration, and testing of production hardware. Activities will range from hands-on testing and troubleshooting to analysis of failure trends, root cause/corrective actions, and attending program meetings to report yields, problems, and corrective actions. What You'll Get to Do: Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment
Troubleshoot and support RF and digital hardware
Support technicians through troubleshooting and training
Support First Time Through Test Yield (FTTTY) and hardware deliveries
Analyze test data and identify early trends
Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements
Collaborate with design engineering to develop and implement hardware improvements and solutions
Monitor product yields and work to maintain program yield targets
Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions
Attend program meetings to report yield issues, yield detractor investigation findings, and corrective actions
Interface with manufacturing management, test technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management, and program support teams
What we can offer you: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Your benefits will include Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! The successful candidate will have knowledge of RF theory and concepts, knowledge of digital circuit design, analytical skills to review requirements, test plans, and test scenarios, and the ability to effectively communicate across teams. They should also be self-directed, organized, team-oriented, and have previous experience with MS Office tools. A DoD Secret level security clearance is required for this position. This position will be filled at either the Associate RF Test Engineer or RF Test Engineer level. Basic Qualifications for Associate RF Test Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams
Experience with RF test equipment such as scopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator
Current, active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level clearance
U.S. citizenship
Basic Qualifications for RF Test Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams
Experience with RF test equipment such as scopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator
Current, active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level clearance
U.S. citizenship
Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline
Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance
Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware
An understanding of manufacturing processes
Experience with FPGA
Experience with LabWindows CVI, C / C++ programming
Salary Range:
$68,800 - $103,200 Salary Range 2:
$85,400 - $128,000 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Engineering
Location:
Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
Clearance Type:
Secret
Telecommute:
No - Teleworking not available for this position
Shift:
1st Shift (United States of America)
Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be available
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. 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Manufacturing Operations Test Engineering Team seeks an
Associate RF Test Engineer / RF Test Engineer with a Secret clearance
to join our team in
Baltimore, MD . This career opportunity is a great fit for self-motivated, proactive individuals who want to assume ownership of the performance and delivery of Northrop Grumman's diverse suite of RF and digital product hardware. Our Engineers work in a high exposure, fast-paced, and exciting environment that involves hands-on technical challenges, problem-solving, and inter-department collaborations. We are seeking RF and digital knowledgeable individuals who will monitor and support product technical performance and maintain product delivery schedules. The RF Test Engineer will support the development, integration, and testing of production hardware. Activities will range from hands-on testing and troubleshooting to analysis of failure trends, root cause/corrective actions, and attending program meetings to report yields, problems, and corrective actions. What You'll Get to Do: Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment
Troubleshoot and support RF and digital hardware
Support technicians through troubleshooting and training
Support First Time Through Test Yield (FTTTY) and hardware deliveries
Analyze test data and identify early trends
Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements
Collaborate with design engineering to develop and implement hardware improvements and solutions
Monitor product yields and work to maintain program yield targets
Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions
Attend program meetings to report yield issues, yield detractor investigation findings, and corrective actions
Interface with manufacturing management, test technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management, and program support teams
What we can offer you: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Your benefits will include Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! The successful candidate will have knowledge of RF theory and concepts, knowledge of digital circuit design, analytical skills to review requirements, test plans, and test scenarios, and the ability to effectively communicate across teams. They should also be self-directed, organized, team-oriented, and have previous experience with MS Office tools. A DoD Secret level security clearance is required for this position. This position will be filled at either the Associate RF Test Engineer or RF Test Engineer level. Basic Qualifications for Associate RF Test Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams
Experience with RF test equipment such as scopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator
Current, active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level clearance
U.S. citizenship
Basic Qualifications for RF Test Engineer: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and minimum of 2 years of relevant experience
Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams
Experience with RF test equipment such as scopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator
Current, active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level clearance
U.S. citizenship
Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline
Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance
Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware
An understanding of manufacturing processes
Experience with FPGA
Experience with LabWindows CVI, C / C++ programming
Salary Range:
$68,800 - $103,200 Salary Range 2:
$85,400 - $128,000 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr