Lead Electronics Engineer

1 week ago

Palmdale, California, United States Northrop Grumman Full time

Requisition ID:
R Category:

Engineering Location:
Palmdale, California, 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, 25% of the

Time Relocation Assistance:
Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available: 1At 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 individuals who possess bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to collaborate in inventing the future while enjoying the journey.

Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and embracing your authentic self at work — and we have an insatiable drive to achieve what others deem impossible.

Our employees are not only part of history; they are actively making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal Electronics Engineer (Communications) to contribute to our Avionics Integration Organization and support the Communication and Payloads Technical Team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing and prioritizing tasks related to the maintenance of operational capabilities
  • Delivering direct user support, engineering expertise, and troubleshooting during testing phases
  • Addressing and rectifying performance issues of deliverable subsystems using program-specified tools/systems on behalf of the Communications technical team
  • Identifying opportunities for enhancements in deliverable systems and collaborating with engineering teams for implementation in line with approved program processes
  • Reporting on communications subsystem status to program and IPT leadership while identifying risks/issues/concerns to mitigate cost or schedule impacts
  • Conducting field maintenance of communications hardware. This work is on a classified program and does not support telework. Occasional travel requirements up to 25% may be necessary.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of relevant engineering experience; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of relevant engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with no related engineering experience.
  • Proficiency in Communications and Network system integration
  • Familiarity with RF and Network-based testing equipment, including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, and power meters
  • Active in-Scope, DoD Top Secret clearance
  • Capability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR), which must be secured prior to employment commencement and within a reasonable timeframe as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Current applicable SAP access
  • Network training/certifications (Network+, Security+, CCNA, etc.)
  • Experience with Network Encryption Devices (INE, HAIPE, etc.)
  • Knowledge of common industry standards related to communications and network-based systems, such as MIL-STD-1553, RS-232/422, Ethernet (IPv4/IPv6)

Salary Range:
$107,300 - $160,900. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers various factors when determining base salary offers, including the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for 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.

Additionally, Northrop Grumman offers a variety of benefits, including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plans, company-paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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.

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