RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
DescriptionWe are seeking
cleared or clearable, FPGA Engineers to contribute to our sensor, communication, and cyber systems in Cincinnati, OH!
Engineers here are part of multi-disciplinary program teams implementing next-generation, specialized communication systems and sensing systems critical to US intelligence customers and allies. Team members conduct all phases of these programs, including requirements generation, hardware-selection, software development, and system integration and test. Programs at Northrop Grumman in Cincinnati are engineering intensive, rapid-schedule jobs for diverse SIGINT/EW and Cyber applications. Research and solve problems in the areas of advanced waveform development, low size, weight, and power (low SWaP) processing systems, specialized space communication payloads, and persistent signal surveillance systems.
Our employees take advantage of Northrop Grumman's flexible work arrangements, including 9/80 and 4/10 schedules. We offer training and learning opportunities supporting technical and personal growth in all business areas that benefit our customers. Northrop Grumman offers competitive benefits including 401k matching!
Are you seeking a challenging role with a strong team? Come define possible with us in Cincinnati!Basic Qualifications:- BS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 8 years of related experience, OR MS Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 6 years of related experience, OR PhD Degree in Electrical, Computer or related Engineering discipline with 3 years of related experience
- US Citizenship is required
- Active Secret clearance and ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance
- VHDL or Verilog proficiency is required
- Experience leading technical teams
Preferred Qualifications:- Experience on cross discipline teams
- Advanced Knowledge in VHDL
- Experience implementing designs with a variety of FPGA manufacturers (Xilinx, Microsemi, Lattice, Intel/Altera)
- Experience simulating VHDL designs, ModelSim, QuestaSim or comparable simulators
- Proficient with MATLAB/Octave
- Experience with GNU Radio or software-defined radios
- Experience with wireless digital communication systems, in particular modern digital modulation techniques and modem design
- Familiarity with RADAR and EW signal processing algorithms
- Familiarity with RF receiver development, including system link budget and sensitivity analysis, ADC and receiver noise analysis, and baseband conversion and processing
- Active Top Secret security clearance with SCI
- Proficient with MATLAB, with a Digital Signal Processing focus
Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,200.00
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.
