Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer

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 position requires a blend of Hardware and Software skills, experience with Power, Digital and RF test & measurement equipment, and a hands‑on approach to troubleshooting complex electronic systems. Typical Roles and

Responsibilities include:

• Understanding design to cost, scope, and schedule
• Requirements definition
• Design of flexible Hardware & Software test solutions together with a team of experts
• Manufacturing support during the hardware build process
• Integration of Hardware & Software into a functioning system
• Certification with the Quality organization
• System deployment and factory support
• Software maintenance and / or Hardware refresh initiatives

This position is contingent upon having a current, Active DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to receive SAP Clearance.

You must satisfy one of the following education/experience criteria to be considered for this position:

• Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 8 years’ experience, or Master's degree in STEM with 6 years’ experience, or Ph.D. degree in STEM with 4 years’ experience. An additional 4 years’ experience is acceptable in lieu of a degree.
• Current Active Secret and the ability to receive SAP Clearance
• Experience in a technical leadership role
• 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++)
• Background and working knowledge in RF, digital or power theory and concepts
• Experience with test & measurement equipment
• Comfortable performing hands‑on troubleshooting of electrical hardware

• Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline
• Test design and integration background
• Experience with C programming in Lab Windows CVI
• Experience with automating test & measurement equipment in a production environment
• Experience with schematic design tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics, Zuken, etc.)
• Experience with FPGA firmware development (VHDL, NI Labview)
• Knowledge of Power Test concepts and implementation
• Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory and high‑speed digital design
• Familiarity with differential digital interfaces like LVDS - PXI/PXIe and VME bus

Primary Level Salary Range: $ - $

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  U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.