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’s Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Sr. Principal Electronic Warfare System (EWS) Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future.  This position will be located in Melbourne, FL.

The Sr. Principal Electronics and Payload Engineer reports to the Electronic Warfare System (EWS) Lead. The ideal candidate will be required to work with Supplier Management Team lead (SMT) in an SMT support role.

Will be responsible for one or more of the following:

• Support any stage of the aircraft system life cycle activity such as preliminary design studies, primary design analysis, and integrated system design analysis.

• Have expertise in electronics systems design, integration, and testing, specifically focused on payload systems.

• Designing, testing, and troubleshooting electronic systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring the successful integration of payloads.

• Attend internal program, customer and/or supplier technical exchange meetings and/or formal program milestone reviews to provide and/or obtain progress status updates.

• Support the program manager with cost, schedule, and supplier management.

Basic Qualifications:

Sr. Principal Electronic Warfare System (EWS) Engineer (T04):

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; or a Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering.

• Active DoD Secret Clearance.

• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (PAR/SAP) required to start.

• Knowledge of Electronic Warfare and/or Electromagnetic principles

• Knowledge/experience in Systems Engineering

• Effectively demonstrate understanding of fundamental RF principles

Preferred Qualifications:

• Excellent communication skills for both in-person and written content

• Outstanding problem solving and troubleshooting skills

• Ability to assimilate new concepts quickly and independently

• Demonstrated history of personnel development and successful team engagement

• Experience engaging directly with internal and external technical and programmatic representatives

• Interest in and track record of providing successful mentorship

• Top Secret, SCI, and/or SAP accesses