Principal Electronics Engineer / Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer – Infrastructure & Cyber Se[...]

Northrop Grumman; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 171,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Discretionary bonuses

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer in El Segundo, CA, focusing on infrastructure and cyber security. This role involves developing security architectures, working with VPN and TACLANE protections while ensuring compliance with government standards.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and extensive experience in cybersecurity. Northrop Grumman offers a diverse work environment and opportunities for growth and advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
• 5+ years experience for Principal role.
• Active US Government Secret Clearance required.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement zero-trust security architecture.
• Manage mobile-device management and system dashboards.
• Deploy logging and monitoring tools.

Skills

Cybersecurity expertise

Identity and Access Management

MFA & IAM platform experience

Encryption technologies knowledge

Hands-on experience with logging tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

Ph.D. in STEM

Tools

Azure AD

Okta

Intune

Splunk

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Aeronautics Systems is looking to add a Principal Electronics Engineer / Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer – Infrastructure & Cyber Security Lead to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within Research and Advanced Design’s Battle Management operating unit. This role will be located in El Segundo, CA.

The Infrastructure & Security Lead establishes the identity-access-management framework, multi-level security controls, anti-tamper/zero-ize procedures, and continuous monitoring for the C2 product line. The Lead works closely with the Networking Architect to embed VPN, TACLANE and SD-WAN protections, and supports rapid software integration while safeguarding classified data. An autonomous, security-focused professional, the individual drives a culture of zero-trust, continuous improvement, and proactive cyber-hygiene across the entire solution.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is NO remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required.

This position may be filled either at the Principal Electronics Engineer OR a Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer level based on the qualifications listed.

Key Program Responsibilities

• Design and implement identity-access-management, role-based access control, and zero-trust security architecture for a portable C2 system.
• Deploy logging, log aggregation, and monitoring tools (e.g., Splunk, Syslog) to support forensic analysis and system health.
• Manage mobile-device management, license/subscription tracking, and system-status dashboards across laptops, tablets, and rugged equipment.
• Coordinate with the Networking Architect to embed encryption, anti-tamper, zeroize, and BLOS security controls.

Basic Qualifications

• Principal Electronics Engineer: Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 5 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 3 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; or a Ph.D. AND 1 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
• Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer: Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; or a Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.
• Cybersecurity and infrastructure operations for DoD or classified environments.
• Hands‑on experience with MFA, IAM platforms (Azure AD, Okta), MDM solutions (Intune, MobiControl), and logging/monitoring suites.
• Proven ability to implement secure, scalable infrastructures supporting rapid software integration and continuous deployment.
• Knowledge of BLOS communications security, TACLANE, and anti‑tamper requirements.
• Must have an active US Government Secret Clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Prior clearance to a Special Access Program (SAP) or Special Compartmentalized Information (SCI).
• Knowledge of DoD Cyber requirements, RMF, and associated solutions.
• Active or prior IAT Level II Certification (Security+ Certification).
• Experience configuring, installing, and maintaining encryption devices (TACLANES).

Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.