RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: 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 the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We’re looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we’ll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
 
We are looking for you to join our team as a Staff Systems Engineer to co-lead mode design, development and integration of RF sensor systems. This position is based out of Linthicum, MD and will be 100% on-site. 
 
What You’ll get to Do:
As an integral part of our Engineering & Sciences leadership team you will support the diverse portfolio of the Tactical Fighters Business Unit. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. 

• Customer and program management point of contact for all ATP systems mode development and integration activities

• Lead integration, testing & troubleshooting of the ATP system including digital integration, radiating integration, mode integration and flight test, acceptance testing, and design verification testing

• Lead system integration strategy and flow development, developing test plans and defining test environments, scenarios and objectives

• Drive a multi-disciplinary systems and software teams through technical hurdles and solutions, enforcing integration processes

• Interfacing with product design teams for implementation of root cause resolutions

• Working with technical leads to develop schedules, technical briefs and status

• Own engineering staffing, program planning and execution

• Manage Cost Account and support EVMS

 
This position is contingent upon contract award, successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start.
 
Basic Qualifications:

• 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; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Candidate must be a US Citizen

• A current / active DoD Secret Clearance 

• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start

• Strong understanding of Systems Engineering concepts, including requirements analysis and verification planning and execution 

• Knowledge and experience with RF Hardware and test equipmen

• Knowledge and experience with proposals, basis of estimate creation, technical volumes, etc.

• Knowledge and experience with Agile principles, tools, and implementation

 
Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or other related technical fields.

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher.

• Knowledge and experience in the development of ground, air, or sea-based radar, EW, and/or COMMS systems

• Knowledge and experience in experimental Flight Test planning and execution

• Knowledge and experience in environmental and EMI/EMC planning and execution

• Knowledge and experience in on-site test demonstrations planning and execution

• Experience with MATLAB coding, test scripting, data analysis and signal processing

• Experience troubleshooting and resolving complex HW/SW integration problems

• Knowledge and experience in firmware and hardware control integration planning and execution

• Knowledge and experience integrating and testing software written in C, C++.

• Knowledge and experience in secure processing and systems security integration planning and execution

• Knowledge and experience developing scripts/code in Python/C/C++ to automate manual processes

 
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
 
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
 
Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.
 
Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.
 
Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

Salary Range: $163,200.00 - $244,800.00

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.

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. 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 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. For our complete EEO/AA 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.