RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionWhat You’ll Get to Do:
Be an integral part of our AESA Subsystem & Product Leadership department, Installed Performance section! The teams within this section specialize in computational electromagnetics, RF antenna modeling in an installed environment, subsystem design and analysis, specialized mechanical design and analysis, as well as material evaluation. Our engineering work supports full life-cycle programs including system design, system integration, hardware design, hardware integration and hands-on build and test.
As part of the team, you will be involved with:
A diverse and talented team of engineers developing innovative and cost-effective systems that support a broad range of products and business areas across the lifecycle of a program.
Installed Performance design, prototyping, testing, and production support of state-of-the-art systems requiring specialty knowledge and skills related to the use of free form modeling, surface analysis, materials, tooling, test fixtures and equipment, and manufacturing processes.
Collaboration within a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT); effective and timely communication with peers in adjacent functions, including RF design, systems engineering, thermal analysis, structural analysis, materials engineering, drafting, supply chain management, production engineering, and manufacturing.
Organizing and prioritizing tasks in order to accomplish project milestones within schedule and budgetary constraints.
Supplier engagement and facilitation of supplier development and risk reduction activities.
Providing technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced personnel.
This role is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP)
Basic Qualifications Sr. Principal Engineer Electromechanical:
Bachelors degree with 8 years of experience or a Masters degree with 6 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
U.S Citizenship
A current/active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start
Knowledge of mechanical design for complex electromechanical systems
Experience in RF subsystems
Familiarity with AutoCAD, NX or other 3D modeling software
Preferred Qualifications:
Advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields.
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher with Special Program Access
Experience with platform integration
Experience with sensor impact on mission modeling for “blue line” flights
Experience with interactions between sensor and platform
Experience with integration of platform materials into AESA design
Experience with active and passive antenna test
Experience with indoor and outdoor range experience
Experience with mechanical design with a focus on RF performance
Working knowledge of composite material manufacturing processes
Development of new materials for RF applications
Multidisciplinary design skills that ensure multiple RF and system requirements are satisfied through tailored mechanical design approaches
Primary Level Salary Range: $135,800.00 - $203,600.00
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.
