Digital Receiver Exciter Engineer Level 3/4 - Baltimore

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 109,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Baltimore, MD seeks an experienced Senior Principal RF Microwave Design Engineer to lead a team delivering space production hardware across multiple test campaigns.

Responsibilities include designing RF/microwave systems, validating digital receivers/exciters, and collaborating with customers. A Secret clearance and strong MATLAB/Python skills are required for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher in a STEM field with required experience.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance is required, SCI access possible.
• Experience with Digital Receivers/Exciters and RF testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead antenna/RF design teams through integration and test.
• Develop RF/microwave architectures and subsystems.
• Present programs to customers and internal stakeholders.

Skills

RF design

Team leadership

Technical communication

MATLAB

Python

Problem solving

Test equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Oscilloscope

Network Analyzers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.The Electronics and Payload Division within Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Eastern Region pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking experienced engineers in the following areas: Digital Receiver/Exciter, Antennas, and RF/Microwave/Digital design and test. Senior Principal RF Microwave Design Engineer will lead a team working toward the delivery of space production hardware across multiple test campaigns. These positions will support our Electronics and Payloads Team, located in Baltimore, MD.Responsibilities include but not limited to:Designs, develops, tests radio frequency (RF) and/or microwave systems architecture, Sub-systems, circuits, or products. Focusing on digital receivers and exciters. General frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques. Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform moderately complex professional tasks. Provides solutions to a variety of technical problems of increasing scope and complexity as assigned. In addition, this candidate should demonstrate familiarity/technical ability in one or more of the following areas:Digital Receivers/ExcitersConducting Test Readiness Reviews (TRR)Documentation experience, generating test procedures, test reports, RF requirements, data analysis, data presentationsData ProcessingHighly integrated subsystems including antenna hardwareAntenna/RF Performance AnalysisAntenna or Subsystem Control DesignRF Measurements and Data ReductionSystems ArchitectureAntenna range integration, test, and system integrationSubsystem requirements (hardware and software) derivation, flow-down, and configurationLeading a team of antenna design engineers and RF analysts through the integration, test, and analysis of complex and highly integrated antenna systems.Presenting to internal and external customers.Mentoring junior engineers on antenna design and analysis.This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.Basic Qualifications for Level 3:Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI accessExperience with Digital Receivers/ExcitersExperience using RF test equipment (Signal Generators, Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, O-scopes)Must be able collaborate in a team environmentMust be able to lead and develop teamsExperience presenting complex technical programs and concepts to non-technical personnel and customersAble to develop technical solutions to complex problemsExperience using MATLAB, PythonExperience with high rate production hardware, tools and processes or hardware designed for space environmentsExperience with debugging hardware and working through test failures.Basic Qualifications for Level 4:Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience.Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI accessExperience with Digital Receivers/ExcitersExperience using RF test equipment (Signal Generators, Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers, O-scopes)Must be able collaborate in a team environmentMust be able to lead and develop teamsExperience presenting complex technical programs and concepts to non-technical personnel and customersAble to develop technical solutions to complex problemsExperience using MATLAB, PythonExperience with high rate production hardware, tools and processes or hardware designed for space environmentsExperience with debugging hardware and working through test failures.Preferred Qualifications:Active TS/SCI security clearanceExperience using modeling tools such as STKCurious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:https://www.northropgrumman.com/spaceWorking at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.Northrop Grumman Total Rewards#SpaceEngJobs#BaltimoreSpacePrimary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00The 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.