Associate Engineer Electrical

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Overtime pay

Bonuses

Long Term Incentives

Paid holidays

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Melbourne, FL is seeking an Associate Engineer Electrical to join the Lab Design and Operations team. You will research, develop, design, and test electrical components and systems for aerospace programs while supporting the Melbourne-based program.

The role requires knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical, strong wiring diagram skills, and the ability to work with cross‑functional teams to meet schedule and budget targets. Security clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in STEM with 0 years experience or MS/PhD with 0 years experience.
• Active US Secret clearance (or higher) with BI within 6 years or in EI.
• Ability to obtain SAP clearance within a reasonable time.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical or similar tool.
• Knowledge of networks and basic MS Windows skills.
• Ability to read electrical schematics and design docs.

Responsibilities

• Review and modify test station design documents.
• Generate and track BOMs, schedules, and test station development.
• Coordinate with cross‑functional teams to stay on schedule and budget.
• Develop and perform Acceptance Test Procedures for test stations.
• Create interface block diagrams and wiring diagrams for cable assemblies.
• Develop and document laboratory systems and electrical assemblies for aerospace programs.
• Design wiring using AutoCAD Electrical or equivalent tool.
• Produce block diagrams, wiring diagrams and assemblies like cable, breaker, relay kits.
• Follow SAE AS 50881 and related MIL specs and commercial practices.

Skills

Electrical schematics reading

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s in STEM

Master’s in STEM

STEM Ph.D.

Tools

AutoCAD Electrical

Microsoft Office

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Associate Engineer Electrical to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

In this role, the successful candidate will primarily support the program as part of the Lab Design and Operations team based out of Melbourne, FL. Candidate will Research, develop, design, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks as well as design electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.

Key Responsibilities

• Review, track, and modify test station design documents as necessary.
• Generate and track Bill of Materials (BOMs), schedule, and execution of test station development
• Coordinate with a multi-discipline team (supply chain, operations, QA, etc.) to ensure a quality product is built and remains on schedule and within budget
• Develop and perform Acceptance Test Procedures for test stations.
• Designs will be accomplished utilizing ICD’s. (Interface Control Document)
• Develop interface block diagram and wiring diagrams to be used to produce cable assembly BTP’s (Build to Package’s).
• Develop, integrate and document Laboratory systems, electrical cable designs and electrical assemblies for aerospace programs
• Develop and integrate wiring designs of a functional system utilizing AutoCAD Electrical or other Electrical design tool
• Create preliminary block diagrams, wiring diagrams and detailed assemblies such as cable assemblies, Circuit Breaker assemblies, Relay assemblies etc.
• Must be familiar using SAE AS 50881 (Mil-5088), additional MIL specs and proven commercial practices.

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline AND 0 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 0 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 0 years of related professional/military experience
• Must have an active US Government Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company
• Must have knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical Design tool or other Electrical design tool.
• Must have knowledge of networks and Microsoft computer skills are required.
• Must have experience reading electrical schematics and design documentation

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline
• Ability to develop interface block diagram and wiring diagrams to be used to produce cable assembly BTP’s (Build to Package’s)
• Experience with test equipment, such as, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, power supplies, etc
• Understanding of test engineering concepts
• Experience with test station design and development
• Experience with creating and maintaining BOMs (Bill of Materials)
• Experience developing and executing ATPs (Acceptance Test Procedures)
• In-depth experience as an AutoCAD Electrical Designer
• Manufacturing/liaison support experience is also desired to support build and installation of assemblies as well as testing of aircraft systems.
• Current, active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance
• Current Special Program Access

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

• 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.
• 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.