2026 Associate Electrical Engineer / Electrical Engineer - Gilbert AZ

Northrop Grumman; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 66,000 - 119,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer / Electrical Engineer for our Space sector in Gilbert, AZ. This role focuses on the electrical power subsystem of the space vehicle and requires a strong foundation in electrical engineering.

You will analyze power avionics, batteries, and solar arrays, prepare design reviews, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Entry level opportunities, relocation assistance may be available, and a U.S. security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering for Electrical Engineer role.
• Ability to obtain U.S. government security clearance.
• Strong communication across disciplines and management liaison.
• Solid background in electrical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Be responsible for technical, cost and schedule performance of the space vehicle electrical power subsystem.
• Apply electrical engineering principles to adapt heritage features from prior designs.
• Prepare and present analysis for design reviews and customer meetings.
• Analyze spacecraft power avionics, batteries, and solar arrays.
• Provide subcontractor technical and project management oversight.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Electrical engineering knowledge

Stakeholder liaison

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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. Northrop Grumman is a space pioneer, supporting government, civil and commercial customers in solving their biggest challenges. Our forward-leaning, innovative spirit is backed by a legacy of expertise that began at the dawn of the space age. Our mission experience in space runs deep, we know our customers well, and our capabilities are unmatched. This is what allows us to provide reliable, agile and affordable space solutions to best serve our customers. From defending freedom to advancing human discovery, we are defining what is possible in space every day. Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place you! Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer / Electrical Engineer

This position will be located at our Space sector in Gilbert, AZ.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Responsible for technical, cost and schedule performance of the space vehicle electrical power subsystem
• Applies electrical engineering principles to adapt or improve upon heritage features from previous successful designs
• Prepares and presents analysis material for design reviews & major customer meetings
• Analyze and architect spacecraft power avionics, batteries, and solar arrays by utilizing standard engineering and scientific principles
• Provide subcontractor technical and project management oversight to ensure delivery needs of the spacecraft
• Perform technical trades
• Supports development and testing in Integration & Test
• Supports mission operations for post launch activities
• Perform voltage drop analysis, energy balance analysis, fuse sizing & transient analysis, equipment degradation analysis
• Subsystem requirements generation, decomposition, and overall management
• Analyze on-ground failures and in-orbit anomalies
• Earned value reporting for cost account.

Basic Qualifications

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Electrical Engineer:

• Be completing or has completed their Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
• Be majoring in or having majored in Electrical Engineering
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Solid background and understanding of electrical engineering
• Strong communication is a must as the role involves interacting with multiple disciplines, and acting as liaison with program and functional management
• Broad technical expertise and working knowledge of other related disciples
• Ability to lead and serve as point of contact for stakeholders at various levels

Basic Qualifications For a Electrical Engineer

• Be completing or has completed their Master’s degree from an accredited institution
• Be majoring in or having majored in Electrical Engineering
• Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
• The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• Solid background and understanding of electrical engineering
• Strong communication is a must as the role involves interacting with multiple disciplines, and acting as liaison with program and functional management
• Broad technical expertise and working knowledge of other related disciples
• Ability to lead and serve as point of contact for stakeholders at various levels

Preferred Qualifications For Both Levels

• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higher
• Concentration in Circuit Design

Salary Range

• Associate Electrical Engineer: $65,800 to $98,800
• Electrical Engineer: $79,300 to $118,900

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Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

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.