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Northrop Grumman

Principal Engineer Electronics/Sr. Principal Engineer Electronics - R10212569

Northrop Grumman, Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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Senior Principal Talent Acquisition Business Partner RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Position 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.

Typical Roles And Responsibilities Include

Understanding design to cost, scope, and schedule

Design of flexible Hardware & Software test solutions together with a team of experts

Manufacturing support during the hardware build process

Integration of Hardware & Software into a functioning system

Certification with the Quality & Mission Assurance organizations

System deployment and factory support

Software maintenance and/or Hardware refresh initiatives

This opening can be filled at a level 3 OR 4

This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance

Basic Qualifications Principal Engineer Electronics

Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5 years’ experience, Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years’ experience, Ph.D degree in STEM with 0 years’ experience. An additional 4 years experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.

Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics and block diagrams

Mix of hardware and software skills

Experience in text-based programming (e.g. C /C++)

Background and working knowledge in RF, digital and power theory and concepts

Effective verbal and written communication

Experience with test & measurement equipment

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Basic Qualifications Sr. Principal Engineer Electronics

Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 8 years’ experience, Master’s degree in STEM with 6 years’ experience, Ph.D degree in STEM with 4 years’ experience. An additional 4 years experience in lieu of degree is acceptable.

Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics and block diagrams

Mix of hardware and software skills

Experience in text-based programming (e.g. C /C++)

Background and working knowledge in RF, digital and power theory and concepts

Experience with test & measurement equipment

Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline

Test design and integration background

Ability to multi-task and work with minimal direction and guidance

Programming experience with National Instruments Test Stand, LabWindows CVI, C, C++, C#, Python

Experience using Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Digital Multimeters, Power Supplies

Working knowledge of RF measurements such as S-parameters, Noise Figure, TOI, and Compression

Familiarity with/working knowledge of serial digital communications and RF Test Program Set (TPS) development

Experience with schematic design tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics, Zuken, etc.)

Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory and high-speed digital design

Familiarity with differential digital interfaces like LVDS - PXI/PXIe and VME bus experience

Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware

Active Secret clearance and SAP

Salary Range Primary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00

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.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Defense and Space Manufacturing

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