Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)
Principal/Sr. Principal Experimental Physicist
Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU), Linthicum, Maryland, United States
Requisition ID: R10176038
Category:
Research and Sciences
Location:
Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America | Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States of America
Clearance Type:
Polygraph
Telecommute:
No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be available
Positions Available:
1
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 and cognitive diversity.
Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges.
The Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Microelectronics and Device Applications (MDA) group pushes the boundaries of innovation and drives advances in the sciences. One of our most challenging new fields combines the unique properties of superconductivity and quantum mechanics to develop radical new energy-efficient computing systems. You’ll work in a R&D environment alongside a broad array of scientists and engineers to make these processing solutions a reality.
This position requires full-time on-site support at our Linthicum, MD location or our Annapolis Junction, MD.
Responsibilities:
Characterize the electrical/thermal properties and performance of semiconductor and superconductor devices at cryogenic temperatures.
Develop and implement advanced test equipment, methods, and procedures.
Collect, analyze, interpret and manage test data.
Effectively summarize and communicate results to peers and stakeholders.
Support the current and future development of test platforms within function, cost, and schedule constraints.
Document equipment and test requirements/procedures.
Help define changes to improve testing methodology and processes.
Collaborate with test/design/software/operations teams and leadership to assess device function/performance.
This position may be filled as a Principal or Sr. Principal level based on the requirements below.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Experimental Physicist:
PhD in experimental physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering or a related field; Master's Degree, and 3 plus years of relevant professional experience; Bachelor's Degree with 5 plus years of relevant professional experience.
Research lab experience with hands-on skills using electrical/computer equipment.
Troubleshooting and system integration experience.
Skilled coding for lab testing and data analysis (e.g. Python, Matlab, C, C++).
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS/SCI) with polygraph clearance.
Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Experimental Physicist:
PhD in experimental physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering or a related field and 3 plus years of related professional experience; Master's Degree, and 6 plus years of relevant professional experience; Bachelor's Degree with 8 plus years of relevant professional experience.
Research lab experience with good hands-on skills using electrical/computer equipment.
Troubleshooting, system integration and lab automation experience.
Skilled coding for lab testing and data analysis (e.g. Python, Matlab, C, C++).
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications for both Principal and Sr. Principal Experimental Physicist:
PhD in experimental physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering or a related field.
Knowledge of the principles of microelectronic device physics.
Experience in cryogenic laboratory environment.
Experience in leading projects or small technical teams.
Experience in low current measurements and advanced test development.
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
Salary Range:
$123,900 - $185,900
Salary Range 2:
$153,600 - $230,400
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.
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Category:
Research and Sciences
Location:
Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America | Annapolis Junction, Maryland, United States of America
Clearance Type:
Polygraph
Telecommute:
No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift:
Days (United States of America)
Travel Required:
Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be available
Positions Available:
1
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 and cognitive diversity.
Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges.
The Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Microelectronics and Device Applications (MDA) group pushes the boundaries of innovation and drives advances in the sciences. One of our most challenging new fields combines the unique properties of superconductivity and quantum mechanics to develop radical new energy-efficient computing systems. You’ll work in a R&D environment alongside a broad array of scientists and engineers to make these processing solutions a reality.
This position requires full-time on-site support at our Linthicum, MD location or our Annapolis Junction, MD.
Responsibilities:
Characterize the electrical/thermal properties and performance of semiconductor and superconductor devices at cryogenic temperatures.
Develop and implement advanced test equipment, methods, and procedures.
Collect, analyze, interpret and manage test data.
Effectively summarize and communicate results to peers and stakeholders.
Support the current and future development of test platforms within function, cost, and schedule constraints.
Document equipment and test requirements/procedures.
Help define changes to improve testing methodology and processes.
Collaborate with test/design/software/operations teams and leadership to assess device function/performance.
This position may be filled as a Principal or Sr. Principal level based on the requirements below.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Experimental Physicist:
PhD in experimental physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering or a related field; Master's Degree, and 3 plus years of relevant professional experience; Bachelor's Degree with 5 plus years of relevant professional experience.
Research lab experience with hands-on skills using electrical/computer equipment.
Troubleshooting and system integration experience.
Skilled coding for lab testing and data analysis (e.g. Python, Matlab, C, C++).
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS/SCI) with polygraph clearance.
Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Experimental Physicist:
PhD in experimental physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering or a related field and 3 plus years of related professional experience; Master's Degree, and 6 plus years of relevant professional experience; Bachelor's Degree with 8 plus years of relevant professional experience.
Research lab experience with good hands-on skills using electrical/computer equipment.
Troubleshooting, system integration and lab automation experience.
Skilled coding for lab testing and data analysis (e.g. Python, Matlab, C, C++).
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team.
US Citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance.
Preferred Qualifications for both Principal and Sr. Principal Experimental Physicist:
PhD in experimental physics, electrical engineering, computer engineering or a related field.
Knowledge of the principles of microelectronic device physics.
Experience in cryogenic laboratory environment.
Experience in leading projects or small technical teams.
Experience in low current measurements and advanced test development.
Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
Salary Range:
$123,900 - $185,900
Salary Range 2:
$153,600 - $230,400
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.
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