Lead Electrical Engineer, EGSE for Space Launch

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Chandler, AZ seeks a Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer (EGSE) to lead the design, test, and integration of electrical ground support equipment for launch programs.

You will work within a system electrical engineering team to analyze and test complex designs, produce design reviews, and mentor engineers across multiple disciplines. The role emphasizes safety, program performance, and collaboration with teams handling telemetry, HiL, and NG SE standards.

Qualifications

• Design, test, and deployment of electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) or test support equipment (TSE).
• Experience with telemetry systems and HiL or lab integrations.
• Release of engineering documentation including drawings, specs, and test procedures.
• Leading teams or personnel in test procedures or design activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis, design, and test of complex system-level designs focused on EGSE/TestSupport equipment for launch vehicles.
• Prepare and present engineering materials for Requirements and Design Reviews.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers; participate in trade studies for internal projects and procured equipment.
• Ensure safety and quality through disciplined engineering practices.

Skills

Electrical engineering

System-level design

Test and integration

HiL

LabVIEW

TestStand

Mentoring

Root cause analysis

Project management

Requirements reviews

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's preferred

Tools

LabVIEW

TestStand

NI hardware

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Power supplies

Job description

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Chandler, AZ seeks a Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer (EGSE) to lead the design, test, and integration of electrical ground support equipment for launch programs.

You will work within a system electrical engineering team to analyze and test complex designs, produce design reviews, and mentor engineers across multiple disciplines. The role emphasizes safety, program performance, and collaboration with teams handling telemetry, HiL, and NG SE standards.