Systems Engineer - Air to Ground

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Plan

Education Assistance

9/80 Work Schedule

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems seeks a Systems Engineer (Air-to-Ground) to join a team solving complex radar challenges across diverse platforms. You will analyze requirements, craft system/layer specifications, and support SRR/PDR/CDR as well as lab and field testing.

You will work closely with RF, hardware, and software engineers, applying MATLAB, Python, and C/C++ to model radar performance and validate requirements, with on-site work based in Linthicum, MD, and 100% on-site presence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience; Master's with 0 years may be substituted by 4 additional years of related experience.
• U.S. Citizenship required and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.
• Experience in Radar Air-to-Ground applications and modeling in MATLAB/Python/C++.
• Experience with radar, RF systems, or advanced sensors; basic understanding of waveforms, Doppler, range, resolution.

Responsibilities

• Assist with requirements analysis, allocation, and documentation for radar system functions.
• Develop and maintain system specifications and ICDs; support SRR/PDR/CDR reviews.
• Perform radar performance analyses using MATLAB or Python.
• Collaborate with RF, hardware, and software engineers to implement requirements.
• Plan and execute lab/field tests of radar systems and subsystems.

Skills

Radar system knowledge

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Analytical thinking

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Master's degree in STEM

Tools

MATLAB

Python

C/C++

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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, they're making history.

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, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems has an opening for a Systems Engineer (Air-to-Ground) to join our organization. Our organization within Northrop Grumman Mission Systems offers the opportunity to join a team to solve problems in the field and drive new solutions into next generation systems across a wide variety of platforms and environments. You will support the Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) team on multiple major development programs.

This position is based out of Linthicum, MD and will be 100% on-site.

What You’ll get to Do:

• Assist with requirements analysis, allocation, and documentation for radar system and subsystem functions (e.g., SAR, ISAR, GMTI/T, Targeting, Weather, Surface Return, Sea Surface Search, Ship Track, etc.).
• Help develop and maintain system/subsystem specifications and interface control documents (ICDs).
• Support technical reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) through preparation of analysis, figures, and documentation.
• Use tools such as MATLAB or Python to perform basic radar performance analyses (e.g., range, resolution, SNR).
• Support development and evaluation of radar concepts and algorithms under guidance from senior engineers.
• Assist in planning and executing lab and field tests of radar systems and subsystems.
• Support test data collection, reduction, and basic analysis to verify performance against requirements.
• Work closely with RF, hardware, software, and other systems engineers to ensure consistent implementation of requirements.

This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S Government Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 2 years of experience, Master's degree with 0 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• U.S Citizenship is required
• Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Experience in Radar Air-to-Ground applications, including developing and applying models in MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++
• Project experience with radar, RF systems, or advanced sensors (coursework, capstone projects, internships).
• Understanding of radar fundamentals (waveforms, Doppler, range, resolution).
• Experience with MATLAB, Python, or similar tools for analysis and simulation.
• Strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant STEM discipline.
• Exposure to systems engineering tools or model‑based systems engineering (MBSE).
• Understanding of RF hardware concepts (antennas, T/R modules, beamforming).

Benefits

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and mu