Principal Electronics Engineer - Communications (Top Secret)

Northrop Grumman; Palmdale (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Electronics/ Sr Principal Electronics Engineer - Communications in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo), CA or Palmdale, CA. On-site role with 25% travel, supporting a communications payload subsystem within an Integrated Product Team.

The role requires hands-on SW development experience (Python/Java/C++/MATLAB), RF/network expertise, and the ability to work with suppliers. Clearances are mandatory; relocation assistance may be available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM discipline and 5+ years of related engineering experience; OR Master’s degree and 3+ years; OR PhD and 1+ year.
• 8+ years for Sr. Principal role; Master’s with 6+ years; PhD with 4+ years.
• Hands-on software development experience in Python, Java, C++, and/or MATLAB.
• Experience with RF and network system integration and supplier management.
• Active US Government Top-Secret Clearance (or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain/maintain SCI and SAP clearances.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate communication subsystem requirements with supplier management teams.
• Manage suppliers to assess new tech for program requirements.
• Conduct trade studies to evaluate hardware/software options.
• Collaborate with program management to build schedules and assess risks.
• Provide engineering support during test events and troubleshooting.

Skills

Python

C++

Java

MATLAB

Network integration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in STEM

Master’s Degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Network analyzers

Power meters

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Electronics/ Sr Principal Electronics Engineer - Communications in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo), CA or Palmdale, CA. On-site role with 25% travel, supporting a communications payload subsystem within an Integrated Product Team.

The role requires hands-on SW development experience (Python/Java/C++/MATLAB), RF/network expertise, and the ability to work with suppliers. Clearances are mandatory; relocation assistance may be available.