Staff Systems Engineer (RF Communications) - R10163463

Northrop Grumman; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 155,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm seeks a Staff Systems Engineer to lead RF communications projects. This critical role involves managing design efforts and collaborating with a talented team to create deployable hardware products that support national defense. Ideal candidates will have a strong engineering background, proven leadership skills, and a passion for problem-solving. You'll have the opportunity to directly engage with customers, ensuring your solutions meet real-world needs. Join a company committed to technological advancement and enjoy a flexible work environment that fosters personal growth and development.

Benefits

401k matching

Flexible work arrangement

9/80 or 4/10 work schedule

Personal growth opportunities

Qualifications

• 12 years of progressive experience in engineering or 10 years with a Master's.
• Experience leading technical teams and managing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead design efforts for RF communications projects.
• Manage requirements and produce deployable hardware products.

Skills

RF communications

Engineering leadership

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Customer interaction

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering

Master of Science Degree

PhD in Engineering

Tools

MATLAB

Job description

Staff Systems Engineer (RF Communications)

Requisition ID: R10163463

• Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Top Secret
• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1

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. 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.

Join Northrop Grumman – Cincinnati (aka Xetron), part of Mission Systems sector, focused on the development of new capabilities for our military and intelligence customers around the globe. Our Northrop Grumman Cincinnati, Ohio small business culture operates collaboratively within a larger corporation providing the benefits of both.

We are seeking a cleared or clearable Staff Systems Engineer for a critical leadership role in our Systems Engineering Group as a key contributor to the successful completion of RF Communications projects. This position is perfect for a candidate that can manage requirements and lead design efforts to produce new hardware products at the Xetron facility that support National Defense partners.

Ideal candidates for this position have substantial breadth and depth of knowledge in all aspects of engineering with a focus on producing deployable hardware products. Less experienced candidates that demonstrate high technological aptitude with a willingness and desire to learn are equally qualified. Each class of candidates must have the ability to independently form innovative solutions to difficult problems and lead teams of highly skilled engineers to execute these solutions.

Typical teams are 5-10 people and require our engineers to have diverse skill-sets that apply to the entire lifecycle of a program. This position allows the candidate to have direct contact with our end customers and operators of our products, allowing for pragmatic and early feedback from the user community during the design process.

Candidates for this position should have:

1. Substantial breadth and depth of knowledge in all aspects of engineering with a focus on producing deployable RF sensor and collection systems.
2. System and/or subsystem design leadership and direct technical contribution with RF hardware communication and collection programs.
3. Previous direct contact with end customers and operators of related products.
4. Preferred technical background includes experience with design improvements, requirements management, especially in reliability, maintainability, and supportability.

Basic Qualifications for Staff Systems Engineer Level:

1. Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering, or other STEM degree, plus 12 years of progressive experience OR Master of Science degree plus 10 years of progressive experience, OR PhD plus 7 years of progressive experience.
2. Recent design experience and a track record of successful RF product designs.
3. Experience leading technical teams.
4. US Citizenship is required.
5. The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance (NG will sponsor).

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Current, active Top Secret clearance, or higher.
2. Experience as an IPT lead, functional lead, or leadership in the military.
3. Experience integrating antenna, RF subsystems, and processing hardware/software into a complete system.
4. RF modeling, simulation, and analysis including link budgets.
5. MATLAB knowledge and/or experience.
6. Demonstrated leadership experience.
7. Ability to collaborate in a team environment.

Northrop Grumman has 401k matching and personal growth opportunities. In addition, we offer a flexible work arrangement and the option of a 9/80 or 4/10 work schedule.

Salary Range: $155,400 - $233,200

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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.