Electronics Engineer, Communications - Top Secret

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 92,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Palmdale, CA is seeking an Electronics Engineer - Communications to join our team. The role involves hands-on work with LOS and BLOS systems, supporting integration, testing, and field maintenance.

Requires a STEM degree, 2 years experience (or Master's with 0 years), active Top Secret clearance, and willingness to travel up to 25%. On-site position with no remote work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in STEM with 2 years related engineering experience, or Master's in STEM with 0 years.
• Strong understanding of RF signal chains and system-level integration of communication components.
• Experience with RF and network-based test equipment (scopes, spectrum analyzers, NA, power meters).
• Must have an active US Government Top Secret Clearance (with a background check).

Responsibilities

• Hands-on work with LOS and BLOS communication systems, including modems and AESA antennas.
• Providing direct user support, engineering expertise, and troubleshooting during test events.
• Leading Root Cause/Corrective Action investigations for issues related to comm subsystem.
• Conducting field maintenance of communications hardware.
• Reporting subsystem status to leadership and identifying risks to prevent cost/schedule impact.

Skills

RF signal chains

System integration

Communications systems

Test equipment

Modulation techniques

Education

Bachelor's in STEM

Master's in STEM

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Power meters

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Palmdale, CA is seeking an Electronics Engineer - Communications to join our team. The role involves hands-on work with LOS and BLOS systems, supporting integration, testing, and field maintenance.

Requires a STEM degree, 2 years experience (or Master's with 0 years), active Top Secret clearance, and willingness to travel up to 25%. On-site position with no remote work.