Launch Vehicle Electrical Engineer, Level 2/3 – On-Site

Northrop Grumman; California; On-site; USD 92,000 - 171,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman at the VSFB site seeks an Electrical Engineer (Level 2/3) to support assembly, integration, test, and launch activities for multiple programs. On-site role requiring hands-on electrical work, test development, and close collaboration with engineers and technicians.

Qualifications include a BS in Engineering with 2+ years (MS optional), ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance, and strong problem solving with MS Office and test equipment experience.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Engineering with 2+ years related experience; M.S. in Engineering with 0+ years.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance; US Citizenship required.
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; teamwork skills.
• Experience with test equipment like DMMs and oscilloscopes; MS Office proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Support development and production programs at VSFB site.
• Perform hands-on electrical integration and test of flight hardware.
• Create and maintain test procedures aligned to mission requirements.
• Lead testing and evaluation of electrical systems.
• Troubleshoot and disposition discrepancies; pursue root cause and corrective actions.
• Maintain Electrical Ground Support Equipment and related network gear.
• Coordinate and execute avionics integration, test and launch operations.
• Lead technicians; coordinate with customers and site range/safety personnel.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Team leadership

Problem solving

Written & verbal communication

Microsoft Office

Test equipment handling

Networking basics

Python

MATLAB

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical/Systems Engineering

Master of Science in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Python

DMMs / Oscilloscopes

Networking know-how

Job description

Northrop Grumman at the VSFB site seeks an Electrical Engineer (Level 2/3) to support assembly, integration, test, and launch activities for multiple programs. On-site role requiring hands-on electrical work, test development, and close collaboration with engineers and technicians.

Qualifications include a BS in Engineering with 2+ years (MS optional), ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance, and strong problem solving with MS Office and test equipment experience.