RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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 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. 

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today. 

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our defense systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.  

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Staff Nuclear Hardness Single Event Effects Systems Engineer for the Strategic Deterrent Systems (SDS) division Engineering and Manufacturing team. This role will be in Roy, UT and will provide enabling support for all business areas within the SDS portfolio. Northrop Grumman supports the Air Force’s sustainment, development, production and deployment of hardware and system modifications for Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM) Ground and Airborne Launch Control Systems, Launch Facilities, and associated infrastructure.

What You’ll Get To Do: 

Your primary focus would be on modeling of electrical circuits to support evaluation of Single Event Effects Criticality Analysis (SEECA) with an emphasis on Neutron induced SEE’s in ASICs. The Nuclear Hardness Single Event Effects Analyst may also be responsible for supporting transient analysis for System Generated Electromagnetic Pulse (SGEMP) transients, Prompt Dose Date transients, Internal Electromagnetic Pulse (IEMP) transients, and capacitive discharge effects. Higher level transient effects analysis and test planning may be required to verify lower level modeling and simulation results. Other tasks this position would also become involved with are:

• Executing the testing and/or evaluation/validation of an electrical component, subsystem, or system analytical models or actual system implementations during Radiation Effects testing.
  • This requires the candidate to establish a thorough knowledge of the operation of the circuit and its use in the system application, using that insight to assure testing or analysis is conducted in a manner consistent with its use in flight.
• Developing test procedures and performing functional testing on electronic hardware for radiation testing.
• Developing and presenting standardized processes, procedures, documentation, and training for a junior engineering team.
• Preparing and presenting electrical engineering materials for requirements and design reviews.
• Participating in Single Event Effects and related radiation effects requirements derivation, allocation, and development.

• Evaluating uncertainty and risks associated with requirements and designs.

Job Qualifications 

You’ll Bring These Qualifications:  

• 14 Years with Bachelors in Science; 12 Years with Masters; 9 Years with PhD.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills of the English language is desired.
• Experience with circuit modeling and/or system level design or test.
• Previous program Single Event Effects Criticality Analysis experience.
• Neutron Induced Single Event Effects Analytical methods experience.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:  

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance and able to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP).
• Familiarity with MIL-STD-1766.
• Familiarity with SPICE SEE modeling.
• ICBM weapon system experience (Minuteman III or similar military or industry experience)

Position Benefits 

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:   

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage   
• 401k   
• Educational Assistance   
• Life Insurance   
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions    
• Paid Time Off    
• Health & Wellness Resources    
• Employee Discounts   

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.   

Salary Range: $142,500.00 - $213,700.00

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.

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.