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An established industry player is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join its innovative team in Gilbert, AZ. This role offers the chance to work on groundbreaking projects that impact lives globally. You will be responsible for the technical performance of electrical power subsystems, applying your expertise to enhance spacecraft systems. The company values creativity and intellectual curiosity, fostering a collaborative environment where your contributions can shape the future of aerospace technology. If you are driven by challenges and eager to make a difference, this opportunity is for you!
Requisition ID: R10188395
Category: Engineering
Location: Gilbert, Arizona, United States of America
Clearance Type: None
Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: 1st Shift (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 - 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.
Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located 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:
A Bachelors Degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering.
Solid background and understanding of electrical engineering
Possess strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Broad technical expertise and working knowledge of other related disciplines
Self-starter in order to drive and see items through to closure within desired need dates
Ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Basic working knowledge of spacecraft power subsystems
Basic understanding of system engineering principles
Familiarity with spaceflight electronics development
Salary Range: $63,900 - $95,900
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.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.