Northrop Grumman

Hardware Engineer - Level 5

Northrop Grumman • $146K — $241K *
Colorado Springs, CO 80918In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience or Master's degree with 10 years or PhD with 8 years; equivalent experience may substitute for degree.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required at application.
  • Experience providing technical guidance for multidisciplinary engineering teams.
  • Proven leadership of teams with 20 or more personnel, overseeing project management.
  • Experience in system, subsystem, and component level testing and troubleshooting.
  • Background in logistics planning for defense projects.
  • Quality control and compliance experience across engineering projects.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct research, design, and testing of hardware like chips and circuit boards.
  • Design new products or modify existing ones, creating production specifications.
  • Analyze hardware configurations and processing solutions.
  • Test hardware for compliance with specifications.
  • Lead multidisciplinary engineering teams in project management and conflict resolution.
  • Oversee system availability and reliability testing and development of test plans.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan options.
  • Paid holidays and PTO for personal business and vacation.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Hardware Engineer - Level 5 to support our team in Boulder, CO or Colorado Springs, CO.

Responsibilities
  • Conducts research, design, development, and testing of information processing hardware such as computer chips, circuit boards, computer systems, electrical components and Shelter systems. Designs new or modifies existing products, develops technical specifications for production, analyzes hardware configuration and processing solutions, and tests hardware conformance to specifications.

Basic Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree with 12 years of relevant experience - OR - Master's degree with 10 years of relevant experience - OR - PhD with 8 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
  • Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required at time of application
  • Experience providing technical guidance and oversight for multidisciplinary engineering teams, including systems, electrical, mechanical, RF/antenna, structural disciplines.
  • Proven ability to lead and manage teams of 20 or more personnel, including project estimating, schedule management, subcontract management, material and equipment allocation, and conflict resolution.
  • Experience with system, subsystem, and component level testing, including test plan development, system availability/reliability analysis, troubleshooting, and field engineering.
  • Background in site development, logistics planning and execution, and supporting defense contractors and federal government projects.
  • Experience ensuring quality control, safety, and compliance across engineering projects and job sites.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience providing technical guidance and oversight for a multidisciplinary, Shelter based Integrated Product Team or similar product-based development team.
  • Demonstrated success functioning as the technical advisor for the customer and/or end-user on multiple programs, representing the engineering team and resolving technical issues.
  • Experience providing consultant-level technical services for programs and/or capture efforts outside of primary full-time program support.
  • Proven ability to manage tasking and personnel resources to optimize support of multiple concurrent programs, including developing strategic staffing plans for multidisciplinary teams.
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers for technical development and career guidance, and maintaining a high-integrity, high-effectiveness team culture internally and externally.
  • Background in Nuclear Effects Survivability (HEMP/SREMP/CBRN) for shelter and mission-critical systems.
  • Hands-on experience with RF system hardware and antenna engineering, including system, sub-system, and component-level test planning and execution.
  • Experience with structural analysis in support of shelter and site development.


Primary Level Salary Range: $146,300.00 - $241,400.00

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.

Northrop Grumman Careers

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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At Northrop Grumman, your work will redefine the edges of technology and create a safer future. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. Our team is at the forefront of innovation, collaborating to make the impossible, possible.

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Whether you’re looking for an internship, an entry-level position, or a spot for seasoned professionals, Northrop Grumman offers a variety of career paths that encourage growth and development. Explore job opportunities that elevate your skills, and push your career to the next level.

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Diversity and inclusion are the foundations of our culture. Northrop Grumman is committed to building a diverse team that fosters an inclusive environment, where every team member is valued for their unique perspectives and contributions. We believe that diversity fuels innovation.

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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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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
NASDAQ
NOC
* Ladders Estimates

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