Sr. Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer (1137)

Northrop Grumman; Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 131,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Sr. Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer to join their innovative team. This role offers the chance to work on cutting-edge semiconductor systems that impact lives globally. You will be at the forefront of developing energy-efficient computing systems, collaborating with a diverse team of engineers in a fast-paced environment. The position requires a strong background in STEM, leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex projects. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to groundbreaking advancements, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Life and Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

Company Paid Holidays

Discretionary Bonus

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in a relevant field or a PhD with 4 years of experience.
• Experience leading technical teams and managing projects effectively.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Lab Operations personnel deployment and budget allocation.
• Act as the point of contact for lab-related communications and issues.
• Responsible for training and technical development of the Lab Operations team.

Skills

Project Management

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Technical Team Leadership

Multi-Disciplinary Engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Electronic Testing Equipment

Cryogenic Systems

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Polygraph

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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, but they’re also making history.

Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC) is a leader in advanced development of semiconductor system solutions for the military, aerospace, and commercial markets. For more than 50 years, we have been offering a wide range of trusted foundry and semiconductor services that deliver high performing and reliable microelectronics. Our wide breadth of technologies and capabilities includes research in advanced computing solutions to provide our customers with unique “More than Moore” solutions. Microelectronics | Northrop Grumman (https://www.northropgrumman.com/what-we-do/microelectronics)

The Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Design & Applications (MDA) business area is leading efforts to transform computing, combining the unique properties of superconductivity and quantum mechanics to develop revolutionary energy-efficient computing systems. You will work in a fast-paced team environment alongside a broad array of engineers to make these next generation processing solutions a reality.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Engineering & Sciences (E&S) is seeking candidates for the position

Support test operations and test development activities as the Lab Operations Deputy, by ensuring all MDA labs and systems are test ready. Represent the Lab Operations team for all communications and issues with the MDA and external to the MDA (customer-facing).

This position requires full-time work onsite at our Linthicum/Annapolis Junction, MD locations.

What You’ll Get to Do:

1. Coordinate with functional management, MDA program managers, and other MDA department leads to ensure appropriate Lab Operations personnel deployment, support, and budget allocation while considering strategic growth and MDA needs.
2. Candidate will be point of contact for MDA lab related communications and issues, along with system level deployment, build, and scheduling.
3. Analyze needs and requirements of existing and proposed procedures, and develops technical, personnel, and organizational specifications.
4. Responsible for training and technical development for the Lab Operations team.
5. CAM for lab consumables and non-consumable lab equipment.
6. Set and enforce policy for operating procedures, team communications, and interfacing with external vendors.
7. Act as the Lab Operations lead when the current lead is unavailable.

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) with 8+ years of relevant experience or MS with 6 years of related experience, or PhD in a STEM discipline with 4 years of related experience.
2. Able to drive execution of Statement of Work (SOW) components with vendors and work cross organization.
3. Experience leading technical teams.
4. Strong organizational, communication, and project management skills.
5. Demonstrated Multi-Disciplinary Engineering and Logistics exposure (Mechanical, Facilities, Electrical) and strong ability to communicate cross-functionally.
6. Must be willing to work on site 100% of time.
7. Limited travel to local Northrop Grumman facilities may be required.
8. This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.
9. Candidate must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.

Preferred Qualifications for Sr. Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer:

1. Bachelor's degree or higher in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or technical management with 10+ years of relevant experience.
2. Risk and Opportunity Management experience.
3. Experience interfacing with large multi-site/multi-division teams.
4. Experience in electronic testing equipment and associated test platforms.
5. Familiarity working with cryogens, Liquid Helium and Nitrogen.
6. Ability to adjust to changing priorities and requirements.
7. Active TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.

Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $206,000.00

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.