Northrop Grumman

Sr Principal Engineer Systems

Northrop Grumman$142K — $213K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with significant relevant experience.
  • Strong technical knowledge of EMI/C testing qualification and evaluation.
  • Hands-on experience with emissions and immunity testing against established specifications.
  • In-depth familiarity with MIL-STD's and commercial standards relevant to EMI/C.
  • Experience with various EMI/C RF lab test equipment and software, including MATLAB and LabVIEW.

Responsibilities

  • Review and customize EMI/C test requirements for product and system performance compliance.
  • Develop models for interference mitigation and shielding integrity to control emissions.
  • Conduct EMI/EMC testing, analyzing, and troubleshooting at both component and system levels.
  • Design and create specialized test apparatus and methodologies for EMI/C and RF testing.
  • Generate work instructions and test procedures for mechanical and electromechanical systems.
  • Process test data and compile qualification test reports.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive Medical, Dental & Vision coverage.
  • 401k retirement plan.
  • Educational assistance for furthering education.
  • Life insurance and employee assistance programs.
  • Generous paid time off and wellness resources.
  • Employee discounts across various services and products.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Space Sector, Western Region, Production Engineering and Operations is seeking an EMI/C Systems Design/Test Engineer. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA.

The EMI/C Systems Design/Test Engineer will be responsible for the complete compliance process, from components to systems level, including EMI/C testing/designing, technical, cost, and schedule performance.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
  • Reviews and tailors EMI/C test requirements to meet specified product and system performance for all aspects of Electromagnetic Environmental Effects (E3) compliance;
  • Develops/designs models for interference coupling mechanisms, shielding integrity, and circuit/cable interface isolation to mitigate and control conducted/radiated emissions and susceptibility stimuli;
  • Performs EMI/EMC testing, analyzing, mitigating and troubleshooting from components to systems level;
  • Designs and develops unique/specialize/ efficient test apparatus and testing methodology related to EMI/C and RF electrical testing;
  • Develops work Instructions of mechanical and/or electromechanical systems, instruments and/or controls;
  • Process/analyze EMI/C test data and prepares/generates qualification test procedures and reports


The individual should be a self-starter, versatile, problem solver, and have a willingness to work as part of a team; must be willing to travel occasionally to locations elsewhere in the corporation in order to assist in testing/troubleshooting efforts, attend design review meetings, and work off-shift hours if necessary.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
  • 401k
  • Educational Assistance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health & Wellness Resources
  • Employee Discounts


This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or other closely related STEM discipline plus 10 years of relevant experience OR Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology or other closely related STEM discipline plus 8 years of relevant experience
  • Technical knowledge of product and systems EMI/C test qualification, engineering, evaluation, analyzing and testing;
  • Practical hands-on experience in performing emissions and immunity testing to the applicable specifications;
  • Thorough working knowledge of MIL-STD's 461/462/464/704 and Commercial Standards (RTCA-DO-160s, FCC, EN & IEC);
  • Experience with EMI/C RF and lab test equipment including and not limited to Spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, data acquisition systems, signal/pulse generators, Network analyzers, RF generators/monitors/antennas;
  • Experience in electromechanical design and fabrication of EMI/C test aids and other RF electrical tests.
  • Experience with EMI/C emissions/susceptibility test software, MATLAB, Mathcad and other related programming languages;
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, Outlook, and Visio;
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Clearance.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • In-depth experience with EMI/C testing, evaluation, mitigation and troubleshooting;
  • Strong background in designing/developing/improving efficient testing methodology related EMI/C testing and RF electrical testing;
  • Experience in HIRF and indirect Lightning testing;
  • Proficient with TILE EMI/C testing software and other related EMI/C application software;
  • Experience with Vacuum chamber automation control and operations;
  • Strong background in designing, customizing and fabricating complex test fixture/equipment related to EMI/C and RF electrical testing;
  • Experience with Labview, MATLAB and other related programming languages;
  • Working knowledge of space environments chambers which include vacuum pumping equipment such as cryo-pumps and mechanical pumps.
  • Hands-on experience in machine shop equipment operation
  • Strong people skills
  • Excellent communication skills (upward and downward)


Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.

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Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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