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Northrop Grumman · Onsite · United States-Maryland-Baltimore
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.

This Staff Electronics Engineer position requires hands-on experience troubleshooting complex systems, experience working with Test and Measurement equipment, and internal/external cross-functional coordination.


Typical Roles and Responsibilities include:

  • Designing and supporting automated factory processes and tools to support Mission Security products
  • Processing inbound product returns/RMRs for analysis
  • Design and support of flexible Hardware & Software test solutions for digital and RF products
  • Troubleshooting deliverable hardware and proposing rework
  • Vendor and manufacturing follow in support of new test equipment

This position is contingent upon the candidates having a current Active government Secret Clearance, and the ability to achieve a SAP Clearance.


Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 12 years’ experience, Master's degree in STEM with 10 years’ experience, Ph.D. degree in STEM with 7 years’ experience. An additional 4 years of experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable.
  • Current, Active government Secret Clearance
  • Experience in a technical leadership role
  • Experience working in a production environment
  • The ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics and block diagrams
  • Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance
  • Familiarity with test requirements definition, procedures or design
  • Experience in text-based programming (e.g. C /C++)
  • Experience with test & measurement equipment
  • Comfortable performing hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline
  • Familiarity with Mission Security products and processes
  • Test design and integration
  • Experience with C programming in LabWindows CVI
  • Experience with automating test & measurement equipment in a production environment
  • Experience with schematic design tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics, Zuken, etc.)
  • Experience with Embedded Software development
  • Proficiency with digital, RF test equipment, RF theory and high-speed digital design

Primary Level Salary Range: $169,000.00 - $253,600.00

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.
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About Northrop Grumman

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.

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