RF Microwave Design Engineer II — Space Programs

Northrop Grumman; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 79,000 - 119,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Gilbert, AZ is seeking an RF Microwave Design Engineer Level 2 to join our Space Sector. You will design RF components, evaluate ICDs, and support integration and test of spacecraft hardware.

The role requires a STEM degree with RF experience, ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance, and proficiency with RF test equipment and MS Office. Excellent teamwork and documentation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 2+ years RF/microwave experience or a Master’s degree with 0 years.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret/SCI clearance.
• Hands-on microwave lab work with RF test equipment preferred (network analyzers, power meters, spectrum analyzers).
• Strong collaboration within a fast-paced team; daily communication with colleagues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Develop RF component specifications from system requirements.
• Evaluate ICDs and verify requirements against subcontractors.
• Support integration and testing of spacecraft hardware through production and tests.
• Produce clear, concise technical documentation and present findings.
• Progress across multiple tasks and shadow a technical lead.

Skills

RF/microwave theory

Satellite communications

Radio-wave propagation

Electromagnetics

Antenna theory

Collaboration

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in STEM

Master’s degree in STEM

Tools

DOORS

CAMEO

PERL

Python

Network analyzers

Power meters

Spectrum analyzers

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Gilbert, AZ is seeking an RF Microwave Design Engineer Level 2 to join our Space Sector. You will design RF components, evaluate ICDs, and support integration and test of spacecraft hardware.

The role requires a STEM degree with RF experience, ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance, and proficiency with RF test equipment and MS Office. Excellent teamwork and documentation skills are essential.