Sr Principal Engineer Electronics (Test)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

The Test Operations Department at Northrop Grumman Oceanic Systems is seeking a dependable Electronics Test Engineer to support our growing portfolio of undersea systems and sensor development programs in Annapolis, MD.

On a day-to-day basis, the Electronics Test Engineer:

• Performs acoustical and electrical testing in support of the development and production of various military-grade SONAR systems using unique proprietary test equipment and standard test equipment. 

• Provides imaginative, thorough, practicable contributions to the research, design and development of SONAR systems equipment and systems, including circuitry components, analog and digital computers, and control and test equipment.

• Proposes, designs, develops and implements improvements to equipment and processes.

• Ensures safety of personnel and process, as well as consistent compliance with test specifications and manufacturing procedures.  

• Ensures routine/periodic maintenance of the lab equipment and facilities.

• Compiles test data, and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.

• Supports test technicians with training, mentorship, test readiness preparation, and in-process troubleshooting.

• Works with a high degree of discretion and latitude, and independently determining and developing approaches to solutions.

• Represents the Test Department with frequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts, in providing solutions to difficult technical issues associated with specific projects. 

• Provides similar support to test efforts in multiple disciplines (e.g., acoustical, electro-mechanical, hydrostatic, environmental, hydraulic/pneumatic, software) as directed.

The ideal candidate will have experience with common industry-standard practices, such as FOD (Foreign Object Debris), ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) , Electrical Safety, and basic solder.  He/she will have strong communication and collaboration skills; will be self-directed, organized and have a team-oriented work style.

 

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s in Science degree with a minimum 8 years of Electronics Engineering or Test Engineering experience; OR a Master’s in Science degree with a minimum 6 years of Electronics Engineering or Test Engineering experience or a PhD in Bachelor’s in Science.

• Experience in the field of underwater acoustics, including design, test, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and/or repair of military-grade SONAR systems.

• Experience operating standard test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, gain/phase analyzers, etc.

• Ability to work extended and alternate shifts as required.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hands-on experience with the testing and integration of µSAS™ sensors and systems.

• Experience conducting testing while at-sea to support customer objectives.

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.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.