Sr Principal Engineer Electronics; Test Security Clearance

Position: Sr Principal Engineer Electronics (Test) with Security Clearance
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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.

The Test Operations Department at Northrop Grumman Oceanic Systems is seeking a dependable Electronics Test Engineer to support our growing portfolio of undersea systems and sensor development programs in Annapolis, MD. On a day-to-day basis, the Electronics Test Engineer:
* Performs acoustical and electrical testing in support of the development and production of various military-grade SONAR systems using unique proprietary test equipment and standard test equipment.

* Provides imaginative, thorough, practicable contributions to the research, design and development of SONAR systems equipment and systems, including circuitry components, analog and digital computers, and control and test equipment.

* Proposes, designs, develops and implements improvements to equipment and processes.

* Ensures safety of personnel and process, as well as consistent compliance with test specifications and manufacturing procedures.

* Ensures routine/periodic maintenance of the lab equipment and facilities.

* Compiles test data, and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.

* Supports test technicians with training, mentorship, test readiness preparation, and in-process troubleshooting.

* Works with a high degree of discretion and latitude, and independently determining and developing approaches to solutions.

* Represents the Test Department with frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts, in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects.

* Provides similar support to test efforts in multiple disciplines (e.g., acoustical, electro-mechanical, hydrostatic, environmental, hydraulic/pneumatic, software) as directed. The ideal candidate will have experience with common industry-standard practices, such as FOD (Foreign Object Debris), ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) , Electrical Safety, and basic solder. He/she will have strong communication and collaboration skills; will be self-directed, organized and have a team-oriented work style.

Basic Qualifications:

* Bachelor's in Science degree with a minimum 8 years of Electronics Engineering or Test Engineering experience; OR a Master's in Science degree with a minimum 6 years of Electronics Engineering or Test Engineering experience or a PhD in Bachelor's in Science.

* Experience in the field of underwater acoustics, including design, test, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting…