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CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

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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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Linthicum, Maryland is seeking a Principal or Sr Principal Systems Engineer to be the Flatsat Technical Lead for a Production Space RADAR Payload program.

As the Flatsat Technical Lead, you will spearhead the development and deployment of an innovative Flatsat, which serves as a state-of-the-art Payload simulator for our Space RADAR Program.  This exciting role offers the chance to work at the intersection of cutting-edge technology and complex space systems.

The Flatsat will function as a highly versatile test bed, allowing for Flight Software and Firmware development, debugging, and capability enhancements.  In addition, the Flatsat will enable real-time testing of flight software, validating intricate interactions and performance of interfacing systems, to ensure successful payload operation in the challenges of space.

In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to innovate and improve the Flatsat’s capabilities.  This position offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of aerospace innovation, pushing the boundaries of what is possible in space technology.

This position can be staffed at a Principal or Sr. Principal level using the basic qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications:

• Principal Engineer:  Bachelor of Science Degree in STEM curriculum with 5 years relevant experience; 3 years with MS Degree

• Sr Principal Engineer:  Bachelor of Science Degree in STEM curriculum with 8 years relevant experience; 6 years with MS Degree

• RF (Radio Frequency) engineering and RF I&T (Integration and Test) experience

• Test planning and test procedure development

• United States Citizenship

• No clearance required to start, but must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance and SCI approval/access

Preferred Qualifications:

• BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineer, or Electrical Engineering Technology

• Experience with COTS RF, Digital, and Power measurement and analysis equipment, e.g., oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, vector network analyzer, RF signal generator, RF power meter, logic analyzer, etc.

• ESA (Electronically Scanned Array) I&T

• RADAR I&T

• Space Payload I&T

• Active TS and/or SCI clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00

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.