Northrop Grumman

Engineer Hardware

Northrop Grumman$83K — $125K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 2+ years of experience, or a Master's degree with no experience required.
  • Experience reading and interpreting specifications, schematics, and block diagrams.
  • Hands-on troubleshooting experience with electrical/electro-mechanical hardware.
  • Familiarity with RF test equipment including oscilloscopes, power meters, and spectrum analyzers.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment.
  • Troubleshoot RF and digital hardware support.
  • Analyze test data and identify trends early on.
  • Compile data to define necessary changes in testing or manufacturing processes.
  • Collaborate with design engineering for hardware improvements.
  • Support technicians with troubleshooting and training.
  • Monitor and maintain product yield targets.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health plans.
  • Savings plan options.
  • Generous paid time off.
  • Education assistance for further learning.
  • Access to training and development programs.
  • Flexible 9/80 work schedule when available.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems has an opening for a Hardware Engineer (Level 2) to join our Manufacturing Engineering team. This position will be located at our Mission Systems Sector in San Diego, CA.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's San Diego Operations Test Engineering Department. The department supports the Communication Systems (CS) Business Unit and Secure Processing and Networking (SPAN) Business Unit within the Networked Information Solutions (NIS) Division of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems. This position is fulltime onsite and is located at the Rancho Carmel campus in San Diego and will also support our Spectrum campus in San Diego if needed. This role reports to the Test Engineering Manager in San Diego. Our expertise is in delivering complex communications solutions to enable modern battlefields and support communications missions.

What you'll get to do:
  • Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment
  • Troubleshoot and support RF and digital hardware
  • Support First Time Through Test Yield (FTTTY) and hardware deliveries
  • Analyze test data and identify early trends
  • Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements
  • Collaborate with design engineering to develop and implement hardware improvements and solutions
  • Support technicians through troubleshoot and training
  • Monitor product yields and aggressively work to maintain program yield targets
  • Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions
  • Attend program meetings to report yield issues, yield detractor investigation finding, and corrective actions
  • Interface with manufacturing management, test technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management and program support teams


Scheduled telework days can be approved at manager's discretion. This position requires the ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 2 or more years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 0 years of experience
  • Experience reading and interpreting specifications, schematics and block diagrams
  • Experience with RF test equipment such as an oscilloscope, power meter, spectrum analyzer, and signal generators
  • Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical/electro-mechanical hardware experience
  • Experience working both independently and as part of an integrated product team.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • MS degree in Electrical Engineering, or related fields, with specialization in RF.
  • Experience with C, C++, LabVIEW or other scripting languages
  • Experience with FPGAs, VHDL programming, advanced troubleshooting techniques
  • Active DoD Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance.


What We Can Offer You -
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!

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Join the elite team at Northrop Grumman, a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products, and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics and modernization to customers worldwide. There has never been a more exciting time to advance your career with Northrop Grumman.

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Northrop Grumman is dedicated to your professional and personal growth. We offer unparalleled benefits, including comprehensive health coverage, generous time off, and family care resources. Additionally, we provide extensive leadership and diversity training to help you craft your career path.

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Enhance your career through our robust networking opportunities. Connect with leaders and peers within Northrop Grumman through various events, mentorship programs, and professional groups. Our leadership is deeply invested in nurturing talent and guiding team members through their career journey.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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