Northrop Grumman

Principal / Senior Principal Electrical Engineer

Northrop Grumman • $98K — $184K *
Oklahoma City, OK 73160In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of relevant experience in Electrical or Computer Engineering with a B.S. degree; more years required for advanced degrees.
  • Proficient in handling obsolete parts and implementing resolution strategies for DMS issues.
  • Strong understanding of military specifications and standards for components.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings and Technical Data Packages (TDPs).
  • Experience in circuit analysis and simulation using tools like SPICE and Altium.
  • Proficient with office software and familiar with PLM/BOM management tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and collaborative team member; must be able to maintain a Secret level security clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Identify and assess obsolete or DMS-listed components.
  • Develop strategies for mitigation, including part substitution and redesign.
  • Maintain an obsolescence database and generate risk reports.
  • Source, evaluate, and qualify military-spec parts.
  • Review engineering drawings to extract component requirements.
  • Perform schematic capture and analysis of various circuit types.
  • Create and update Bills of Materials (BOM) and configuration records.

Benefits

  • Relocation assistance may be available.
  • Comprehensive health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance options.
  • Savings plan for retirement.
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO).
  • Eligibility for overtime, shift differentials, and discretionary bonuses.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems Sector has a need for a Principal/Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer at its Integrated Mission Solutions (IMS) organization in Warner Robins, GA. This engineering position is for a role on our Systems Engineering Team. Our ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, a drive to lead from where you are, collaborative people skills, and the proven ability to work within a technically diverse and fast-paced team.

This position can be located in either Oklahoma City, OK OR Warner Robins, GA and requires that you work on-site daily at either one of these locations.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Identify and assess obsolete or DMS-listed components.
  • Develop mitigation strategies (e.g., part substitution, redesign, last-time-buy, or engineering change request).
  • Maintain an up-to-date obsolescence database and generate regular risk reports.
  • Source, evaluate, and qualify military-specification (mil-spec) parts.
  • Ensure that all mil-spec parts meet applicable standards (e.g., MIL-PRF-38534, MIL-STD-810, etc.).
  • Review engineering drawings, schematics, and TDPs to extract component requirements (part numbers, material, finish, tolerances, etc.).
  • Perform schematic capture, simulation, and analysis of analog, digital, and mixed-signal circuits using tools such as SPICE, Altium, or similar.
  • Create and update Bill of Materials (BOM) and component specification sheets.
  • Verify that purchased parts match the engineering intent and design constraints.
  • Help maintain accurate configuration records in the PLM system.


**This position may be filled at either Principal or Senior Principal level.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Principal Systems Engineer: Minimum of 5 years of direct relevant experience with B.S. degree; Minimum of 3 years of direct relevant experience with Master's degree; Minimum of 1 year of direct relevant experience with PhD. B.S, M.S., or PhD must be in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or an equivalent STEM related discipline.
  • Sr. Principal Systems Engineer: Minimum of 8 years of direct relevant experience with B.S. degree; Minimum of 6 years of direct relevant experience with Master's degree; Minimum of 4 years of direct relevant experience with PhD. B.S, M.S., or PhD must be in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or an equivalent STEM related discipline.
  • Proven experience handling obsolete parts and implementing DMS part resolution strategies.
  • Strong knowledge of mil-spec parts and relevant military standards.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and Technical Data Packages.
  • Experience performing circuit analysis, simulation, and prototype development.
  • Proficiency with standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office, Excel) and familiarity with PLM/BOM tools.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently or in a cross-functional team.
  • Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Department of Defense (DoD) Secret level security clearance


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience with Siemens Teamcenter (or other Siemens PLM) for BOM management, change control, and documentation.
  • Advanced proficiency with circuit design and simulation tools (e.g., Altium Designer, Cadence, LTspice).
  • Hands-on experience with component testing and qualification (e.g., environmental, reliability, and functional testing).
  • Knowledge of advanced obsolescence-prediction tools (e.g., Accuris, SiliconExpert)
  • Experience with Diminishing Manufacturing Source and Material Shortages (DMSMS) reporting
  • Current Secret clearance or higher


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Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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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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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