Staff Engineer Electronics- Antenna Test

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Middle River (MD); On-site; USD 169,000 - 254,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. is seeking a Staff Electronics Engineer - Antenna Test in the Mission Systems Sector to join the Antenna Test Development Team in Maryland. The role focuses on test software architecture for phased array systems, leading software teams, and defining requirements aligned with product tests.

Qualifications include a STEM degree with extensive experience and active security clearance. Candidates should have RF/test equipment knowledge and mentoring experience; U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, a master’s degree with 10 years, or a PhD with 8 years in STEM.
• Professional software development experience using languages such as C++, Python.
• Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator).
• Current Active Secret Clearance with Special Access Program (SAP) and U.S. Citizenship.

Responsibilities

• Test software architecture and development for phased array testing.
• Lead test software development teams across multiple projects.
• Define software requirements based on product test requirements and develop test plans.
• Collaborate with hardware and test improvements and mentor early career engineers.

Skills

C++

Python

Leadership

Mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Oscilloscope

Spectrum Analyzer

Signal Generator

Power Meter

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SAPTRAVEL: NoDescriptionAt 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.Help shape the future working with the most advanced radar systems in the industry! Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems Sector Test Engineering organization is seeking a Staff Electronics Engineer - Antenna Test to be an instrumental part of Northrop Grumman's Antenna Test Development Team.What You'll Get to Do:Test software architecture and development related to phased array testingTest software architecture and development for automating test processes and data analysisLead test software development teams across multiple software projectsMentor early career engineersDefine software requirements based on product test requirementsDevelop test plans and lead software integration effortsSupport production test and lead troubleshooting effortsCollaborate with design engineering for hardware and test improvementsMaintain sensitivity to cost, schedule and quality as well as Northrop Grumman policies and proceduresBasic Qualifications for an Staff Antenna Test Software Engineer:Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of experience, a master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 10 years of experience, or a PhD with 8 years of experience in a STEM discipline.Professional software development experience using languages such as C++, Python, etc.Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment, such as oscilloscopes, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, etc. Professional software architecture experienceProfessional leadership experience leading software teams through software development projectsLeadership experience through mentoring and/or team leadershipCurrent Active Secret Clearance with Special Access Program (SAP)U.S. CitizenshipPreferred Qualifications:Software development experience with RF and antenna systemsTest software development experience in a nearfield and/or compact antenna rangeRF test experience and/or antenna test/range experienceFamiliarity with RF and antenna theoryProfessional software development experience using MATLAB#MPRPrimary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00The 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.