Space Electronics Engineer – EGSE Test Systems Lead

Northrop Grumman Corp.

Linthicum (MD)

On-site

USD 136,000 - 204,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. in Baltimore, MD, seeks an experienced Test Set Design Engineer to design and fabricate the EGSE suite of test sets used to checkout, integrate, and operate Flight hardware during ground tests.

You will lead panel and cable design, perform integration in a lab, and coordinate with multiple teams. The role requires a strong background in electrical design, hands-on troubleshooting, and the ability to obtain/maintain security clearances.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 8+ years of relevant experience, Master’s degree in a STEM field with 6+ years of relevant experience, OR PhD in a STEM field with 4+ years of relevant experience required.
Proficient in hardware design to include panel and/or cable design, schematic layouts, etc.
Minimum of 3 years’ experience in hardware design
Active SECRET clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain TS/SCI, is required at time of application

Responsibilities

Lead panel and cable design efforts, including electrical interconnects and schematics, while defining and maintaining acceptance criteria, certification procedures, and hardware checkout/troubleshooting standards.
Own and drive root cause determination and problem resolution for complex technical issues, ensuring timely documentation, corrective actions, and lessons learned are captured and communicated.
Perform and oversee hands‑on integration, checkout, and troubleshooting of test equipment builds in a lab environment, including electrical/continuity checks and functional testing, ensuring compliance with program and safety requirements.
Serve as a primary interface with subsystem test engineers, test operators, technicians, systems administrators, security team, and vendors to coordinate and support various test set tasks, resolve conflicts, and maintain alignment with schedule and technical objectives.
Lead the full design cycle of EGSE, from initial concept development and trade studies through detailed design, fabrication, integration, and test, including support to design reviews.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to early career engineers and technicians, fostering skill development, promoting best practices, and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.