Test Design Hardware Engineer

Position:
Staff Test Design Hardware Engineer

Location:

Waynesboro, VA (100% on‑site)

• Design creative and flexible hardware solutions with a motivated team of experts.
• Develop and document console design, interface panel layouts, power/cooling monitoring and control, RF design, electronic circuit design, and software/hardware integration.
• Conduct requirements verification and support investigation, resolution, and documentation of product anomalies.
• Understand and manage design-to-cost, scope, and schedule objectives.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure design quality and timely delivery.

• Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of experience, master’s degree with 10 years of experience, or Ph.D. with 8 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields.
• U.S. citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
• Proven experience in hardware design, integrated analog/power/digital design, panel and cable design, schematic layouts.
• Hands‑on experience with lab test equipment (Network Analyzers, DMM, O‑Scopes).
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline.
• Automated Test Equipment (ATE) design and integration background.
• Experience with minimal direction and guidance, and strong independent problem‑solving skills.
• Programming experience with Lab Windows CVI, C/C++ and teststand.
• Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory and high‑speed digital design.
• Experience with differential interfaces (LVDS) and PXI/PXIe or VME bus systems.
• Experience with schematic design tools such as Mentor Graphics, Zuken, Capital, etc.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting of electrical hardware and software automation.
• Experience in PCB layout, technical lead roles, and maintaining an active or higher clearance.

• Health Plan and Savings Plan.
• Paid Time Off and additional benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development, and a 9/80 Work Schedule where available.
• Competitive salary range: $ – $, with potential for bonuses and long‑term incentives.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The company makes 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 full EEO and pay transparency information, please visit  U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain restricted positions.