Principal Aeronautical Avionics Hardware Engineer (IFF/TCAS)

0090 CORP-Corporate Office

United States

Hybrid

USD 114,000 - 171,000

Full time

14 days+
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Health insurance coverage
Paid time off
Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Rancho Bernardo (San Diego), CA is seeking a Principal Engineer Aeronautical - Hardware Avionics or a Senior Principal Engineer Aeronautical - Hardware Avionics. The ideal candidates will be involved in integrating hardware, conducting tests, and supporting technical proposals.

Candidates will require a STEM degree and relevant experience, with preferred knowledge of IFF and TCAS systems. The position allows for hybrid work and offers a salary range between $114K - $213K.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience for Principal Engineer or 8+ years for Senior Principal Engineer.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain US Government Secret clearance.
  • Hands-on experience with test equipment.

Responsibilities

  • Integrate IFF and TCAS hardware with clear capabilities.
  • Conduct testing and troubleshooting in lab environments.
  • Support technical planning and proposal development.

Skills

MATLAB
Microsoft Office
Test equipment usage (oscilloscopes, multi-meters, etc.)
IFF/TCAS transponders

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline
Master's Degree in STEM
Ph.D. in STEM

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Rancho Bernardo (San Diego), CA is seeking a Principal Engineer Aeronautical - Hardware Avionics or a Senior Principal Engineer Aeronautical - Hardware Avionics. The ideal candidates will be involved in integrating hardware, conducting tests, and supporting technical proposals.

Candidates will require a STEM degree and relevant experience, with preferred knowledge of IFF and TCAS systems. The position allows for hybrid work and offers a salary range between $114K - $213K.

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