Sr Principal Antenna Test Electronics Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Waynesboro (VA); On-site; USD 123,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. seeks a Sr Principal Antenna Test Electronics Engineer (T4) / Project Lead in Virginia to lead cross-discipline teams on antenna test equipment projects.

The role requires a STEM degree with substantial experience in engineering/test, and active government clearance. Expect travel and SAP-related responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (EE preferred) with 8+ years of related engineering/test experience.
• Master's degree adds 5+ years of related experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-discipline engineering teams across multiple antenna test equipment projects.
• Direct design, manufacturing, and delivery phases of test equipment projects.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and execution plans.
• Work with suppliers and articulate project requirements.
• Troubleshoot RF issues and develop automation for test processes.

Skills

C++

Python

MATLAB

Leadership

Scheduling

RF testing

Education

STEM degree (EE preferred)

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power meters

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

Job description

Sr Principal Antenna Test Electronics Engineer (T4) / Project Lead

Relocation Assistance: may be available

Clearance Required for Start: Yes

Clearance Type: SAP

Travel: Yes, 25% of the Time

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-discipline engineering teams, typically 5 engineers, across multiple projects related to antenna test equipment and antenna test facility projects.
• Lead and direct cross-functional engineering teams during design, manufacturing, and delivery phases of test equipment projects.
• Develop project execution plans and lead teams through weekly assignments.
• Develop and maintain project schedules.
• Work with suppliers and articulate project requirements.
• Brief internal leadership on progress of work assigned.
• Perform in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings.
• Troubleshoot RF issues during test of advanced antenna systems.
• Software development for automating test processes and data analysis.
• Analyze test data and identify early trends.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a STEM field (EE degree preferred) and a minimum of 8 years of related experience in Engineering or Test; candidates with a Master’s degree need a minimum of 5 years of related experience in Engineering or Test.
• Current, active U.S. Government Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP).
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Professional software development experience using languages such as C++, Python, MATLAB, etc.
• Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc.
• Experience leading technical projects.
• Experience in development engineering of systems/products.
• Experience with the Design, Manufacturing or Test process.
• Experience developing and executing project schedules.

Preferred Qualifications

• Software development experience with RF and antenna systems.
• Test development experience in a nearfield antenna range.
• RF test experience and/or antenna test/range experience.
• Familiarity with RF and antenna theory.
• Current, active U.S Government Special Access Program (SAP) Clearance.
• Experience with Tactical Software and Scripting Development in C, C#, VB, MATLAB.

Benefits and Compensation

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages growth and supports the success of employees. Benefits include health plan, savings plan, paid time off, education assistance, training and development, 9/80 work schedule (where available), and more.

Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

Salary determination considers scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, and for some positions long-term incentives.

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.