Northrop Grumman
RF Test Development Engineer - 3rd shift
Northrop Grumman, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276
Overview
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. Location : Baltimore, MD. This role is a 3rd shift position. Role Summary
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Manufacturing Operations Test Engineering Team in Baltimore, MD seeks an RF Test and Development Engineer or Principal RF Test and Development Engineer to join our team. This is a 3rd shift position. What Youll Get to Do
Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment Troubleshoot and support RF and digital hardware 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 Support technicians through troubleshoot and training Monitor product yields and maintain program yield targets Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions Attend program meetings to report yield issues, yield detractor investigation finding, and corrective actions Interface with manufacturing management, test technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management and program support teams
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of RF theory and concepts; and a working knowledge of digital circuit design. They will have analytical skills to review requirements, test plans, and test scenarios; and the ability to effectively communicate across teams. They should be self-directed, organized, team oriented and have previous experience with MS Office tools. Basic Qualifications RF Test and Development Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 0 years of experience. Experience reading and interpreting specifications, schematics and block diagrams Experience with RF hardware and software Experience with RF test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator Current, active DoD Secret level clearance U.S. Citizenship
Basic Qualifications Principal RF Test and Development Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 3 years of experience. Experience reading and interpreting specifications, schematics and block diagrams Experience with RF hardware and software Experience with RF test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator Current, active DoD Secret level clearance U.S. Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications for both levels
Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline Experience with FPGA Experience with LabWindows CVI, C / C++ programming TestStand programming Worked with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory and high speed digital Experience with differential digital interfaces like LVDS PXI/PXIe and VME bus experience Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware Relocation assistance may be available. CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret. TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time. Compensation
and benefits: Primary Level Salary Range: $83,300 - $124,900. Secondary Level Salary Range: $102,400 - $153,600. Offers are determined based on factors including scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills and market conditions. Northrop Grumman may offer overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date and may be shortened or extended depending on business needs. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and U.S. Citizenship is required for all government clearance positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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. Location : Baltimore, MD. This role is a 3rd shift position. Role Summary
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Manufacturing Operations Test Engineering Team in Baltimore, MD seeks an RF Test and Development Engineer or Principal RF Test and Development Engineer to join our team. This is a 3rd shift position. What Youll Get to Do
Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment Troubleshoot and support RF and digital hardware 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 Support technicians through troubleshoot and training Monitor product yields and maintain program yield targets Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions Attend program meetings to report yield issues, yield detractor investigation finding, and corrective actions Interface with manufacturing management, test technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management and program support teams
Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a working knowledge of RF theory and concepts; and a working knowledge of digital circuit design. They will have analytical skills to review requirements, test plans, and test scenarios; and the ability to effectively communicate across teams. They should be self-directed, organized, team oriented and have previous experience with MS Office tools. Basic Qualifications RF Test and Development Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 0 years of experience. Experience reading and interpreting specifications, schematics and block diagrams Experience with RF hardware and software Experience with RF test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator Current, active DoD Secret level clearance U.S. Citizenship
Basic Qualifications Principal RF Test and Development Engineer
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field and a minimum of 3 years of experience. Experience reading and interpreting specifications, schematics and block diagrams Experience with RF hardware and software Experience with RF test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator Current, active DoD Secret level clearance U.S. Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications for both levels
Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline Experience with FPGA Experience with LabWindows CVI, C / C++ programming TestStand programming Worked with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory and high speed digital Experience with differential digital interfaces like LVDS PXI/PXIe and VME bus experience Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware Relocation assistance may be available. CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret. TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time. Compensation
and benefits: Primary Level Salary Range: $83,300 - $124,900. Secondary Level Salary Range: $102,400 - $153,600. Offers are determined based on factors including scope, responsibilities, candidate experience, education, skills and market conditions. Northrop Grumman may offer overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays and PTO. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date and may be shortened or extended depending on business needs. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer and U.S. Citizenship is required for all government clearance positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr