RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionWe are looking for you to join our team as a Principal Power Electronics Engineer based out of Baltimore, MD.
Are you passionate about power? Are you looking for meaningful work in power electronics? If so, we're looking for someone like you to join our team.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking Power Electronics Engineers to join our growing design team located in Baltimore, MD. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Power Conversion Technology design group, working with other engineers to develop state of the art power supplies and power products for military applications.
Roles and Responsibilities:- Design power supply hardware, including simulation and analysis, schematic development, component selection, and printed wiring board (PWB) layout.
- Conduct technical trade studies to evaluate design alternatives and optimize performance.
- Perform worst-case analysis and component stress analysis to ensure design robustness and reliability.
- Provide manufacturing support for hardware builds, including resolving production issues and implementing improvements.
- Develop Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs) and perform initial hardware checkout and testing.
- Work in a laboratory environment to support hardware development, integration, and production activities.
This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active US. Government Secret Clearance prior to start.
Basic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree with 5 years of experience, master's degree with 5 years of experience, Ph.D. with 1 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
- U.S Citizenship is required.
- Active US Government Secret clearance
- 5+ years of experience with hands-on power supply or power systems design and development experience.
- 5 years of experience with basic isolated and non-isolated circuit topologies & control techniques.
- 5 years of experience working with simulation tools (e.g. SPICE, LTSpice, SABER), MathCad.
Preferred Qualifications:- Familiar with power supply EMI/EMC filtering and design.
- Digital control experience.
- Active power factor correction design experience.
- Magnetic component design experience.
- High voltage design experience (up to 200 kV).
- Working knowledge of power related Mil-Stds for power quality and electromagnetic interference.
- Hardware development team leadership experience.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
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: $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.
