RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time This position will support software efforts associated with testing Radio Frequency (RF) production hardware in a dynamic, fast-paced and technically challenging production environment. Behavioral Traits sought out: • The Manufacturing Process Engineers are expected to be problem solvers with the ability to provide results that are innovative and often achieved through collaboration across functional groups. • We seek individuals with proven excellence in the following 6 core competencies: • a) High levels of Self-accountability and Ownership • b) Acts with Speed • c) Responds to Challenges with Resilience • d) Leads with Courage • e) Sets vision for the assigned products • f) Builds a High Performing Team This position will be full-time, on-site at our Rolling Meadows, IL. location.  This position is contingent upon funding/contract award. What you will get to do: • Test Station Development: Lead and support Non-Recurring (NRE) test station development for EOIR products including requirements reviews, equipment selection and procurement, drawings, station build, validation, and development testing. • Design Feedback: Identify design improvements for manufacturability to reduce assembly complexity and costs. Engage with Design Engineering to successfully incorporate changes. • Support to Production: Coordinate with Design Engineering, Production technician, Project Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Quality organizations to test EOIR products and provide solutions to support nonconformance repair procedures. • Continuous improvement: Review of quality metrics to identify and lead efforts needed to implement continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cost, cycle time, and defects. • Project management: Leading and reporting day-to-day test engineering efforts, providing executive level presentation on current state of a project or on a plan to resolve a production level issue, performing earned value on non-recurring activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational, communication and leadership skills to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of management and individual contributors. Basic Qualifications for the Principal Engineer Electronics (RF): • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Technology or related STEM field with a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience; OR a Master’s degree in equivalent fields and minimum of 3 years of relevant work experience. • Experience with hardware and calibration / testing methodology • Experience working with use of any RF test instruments such as (but not limited to) Performance Network Analyzer, Signal Generator, Spectrum Analyzer, Oscilloscope, etc. • Experience with troubleshooting of hardware, software, or firmware issues • Experience completing hardware projects involving hardware design / development activities and/or integration and validation activities on schedule and on budget. • Experience in managing small to medium scale projects or leading continuous improvement projects. • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. • US Citizenship required. Preferred Qualifications for the Principal Engineer Electronics (Advanced EO): • 5 or more years of experience in electronic hardware Manufacturing environment • Prior hardware & software troubleshooting experience of test equipment or prime hardware. • Experience in troubleshooting unit under test. • Experience with RF Electronic systems in manufacturing or design (software, firmware, etc.) environment. • Familiarity with reading schematics and interpreting electrical one-lines. • Active DoD Security Clearance. • Experience in creating test procedures or developing/improving manufacturing processes • Experience with Manufacturing software planning tools such as SAP or other ERP systems • Experience with Root Cause Corrective Action methods. What We Can Offer You: Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that 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! #MPR Primary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00 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.