Principal Electronics Engineer

Northrop Grumman; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 109,000 - 163,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems in Baltimore, MD seeks a Principal Electronics Engineer to lead RF sensor system test and verification efforts. The role emphasizes a hands-on approach to hardware and software testing, with involvement across design, integration, and verification activities for advanced radar, COMMS, and SIGINT systems.

Requirements include a STEM degree with relevant experience, strong C/C++ skills, and the ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with required experience; advanced degrees add value.
• Excellent ability to read specifications, schematics and block diagrams.
• Mix of hardware and software skills relevant to RF/digital/power domains.
• Experience with text-based programming (C/C++) and test equipment.
• Willingness to work onsite in Baltimore, MD and support DoD programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of RF sensor system test and verification activities.
• Design flexible hardware and software test solutions with a team.
• Support hardware builds and integration into functioning systems.
• Coordinate testing schedules, reviews, and audits with stakeholders.
• Generate thorough analyses and reports of test results.

Skills

Specifications interpretation

Schematic literacy

RF/test & measurement experience

C/C++ programming

Hardware & software integration

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

Ph.D in STEM

Tools

LabWindows CVI

C/C++ programming

TestStand

Mentor Graphics

Zuken

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization 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 Mission Systems’ Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) division is seeking a Electronic Engineer in Baltimore, MD to support test and verification activities of RF sensor systems. What you’ll get to do: As the lead developer of radars, COMMS, and SIGINT for some of the most advanced systems in the U.S. arsenal, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a world leader in advanced sensor systems and design. These include airborne RADARs for fighter jets & UAVs including F-22, F-35, F-16, Global Hawk (Triton), and Gray Eagle (STARLite), airborne surveillance RADARs for AWACS and E-7 (MESA), and ground and maritime RADARs including G/ATOR and SEWIP.

Qualified Systems Integration, Test & Evaluation (SITE) engineers will perform hands‑on integration and testing of sophisticated RF sensor systems, including both hardware and software components in development and production environments; Synthesize internal and external customer needs and requirements into system tests that acknowledge technical and schedule constraints; Participate in the development and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for verifying system requirements; participate in I&T readiness reviews, design reviews and conducts audits of I&T program facilities; Coordinate integrated testing activities that may include environmental, reliability and the occasional flight test; Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of test program; Perform analysis of test results and prepares comprehensive reports; Use modeling and simulation tools to expedite testing of individual units before all system components are available and for troubleshooting and repair of failed units.

Responsibilities

This Principal Electronics Engineer position requires a blend of Hardware and Software skills, experience with DC, Analog, Digital or RF test & measurement equipment, and a hands‑on approach to troubleshooting complex electronic systems. Typical Roles and Responsibilities include:

• Understanding design to cost, scope, and schedule


• Requirements definition


• Design of flexible Hardware & Software test solutions together with a team of experts


• Manufacturing support during the hardware build process


• Integration of Hardware & Software into a functioning system


• Certification with the Quality organization


• System deployment and factory support


• Software maintenance and / or Hardware refresh initiatives

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5 years’ experience, Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years’ experience, Ph.D degree in STEM with 0 years’ experience.


• The ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics and block diagrams


• Mix of hardware and software skills


• Experience in text-based programming (e.g. C /C++)


• Background and working knowledge in RF, digital or power theory and concepts


• Effective verbal and written communication


• Experience with test & measurement equipment


• Active DoD Secret clearance and the ability to obtain/maintain Special Program Access (SAP)


• Ability to work onsite in Baltimore, MD

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline


• Test design and integration background


• Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance


• Experience with LabWindows CVI, C / C++ programming


• TestStand programming


• Experience with schematic design tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics, Zuken, etc.)


• Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory and high-speed digital design


• Familiarity with differential digital interfaces like LVDS - PXI/PXIe and VME bus experience


• Hands‑on troubleshooting of electrical hardware


• Active SAP clearance

The position is contingent upon transfer of Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain/maintain a SAP

Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

The 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.