2026 Associate/Electronics Engineer - Top Secret - Dulles VA

0909 SP - Orbital Space Systems; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Electronics Engineer (or Electronics Engineer) for the Space sector in Dulles, VA. The role involves designing and testing a range of electronic systems, with opportunities to work on radar and communications equipment and to collaborate across engineering teams.

The position requires a Bachelor's or Master's in a STEM field, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to obtain a DoD security clearance (including a polygraph).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related STEM field.
• Willing to travel domestically and obtain DoD clearance including a polygraph.
• Experience with Python, C++, Matlab, or LabVIEW programming.

Responsibilities

• Researches, designs, develops, and tests electronic equipment and systems, including radar and radiation detection equipment; radio, television and other communications equipment and systems; circuitry components; analog and digital computers; and control and test equipment.
• Work with engineers, test personnel, technicians, program managers, Government leads, and cross‑functional technical teams.
• Perform hands‑on work in a fast-paced environment and be flexible with shifts when needed.

Skills

Python

C++

Matlab

LabVIEW

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10%

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 seeking an Associate Electronics Engineer and/or Electronics Engineer. This position will be located at our Space sector in Dulles, VA The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's Integration and Test Team.

Duties:

• Researches, designs, develops, and tests a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including radar and radiation detection equipment; radio, television and other communications equipment and systems; circuitry components; analog and digital computers; and control and test equipment.

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Electronics Engineer:

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related STEM field Comfortable performing hands‑on work in a fast‑paced environment Work effectively with engineers, test personnel, technicians, program managers, Government leads, and cross‑functional technical teams.
• Willing and able to work flexible shifts to include 2nd and 3rd shifts occasionally Able to travel in and out of the country Willing and able to obtain DOD security clearance including a polygraph.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.

Basic Qualifications for a Electronics Engineer:

• Be completing or has completed their Master's degree from an accredited institution
• Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM degree
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications for Both:

• Experience with Python, C++, Matlab, or Labview programming.
• Experience with hands‑on troubleshooting of RF/communications hardware

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range: 76,200 - 93,000 Primary Level Salary Range: $76,200.00 - $93,000.00 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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.