Help shape the future working with the most advanced radar systems in the industry!  Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems Sector Test Engineering organization is seeking an Antenna Test Engineer /Principal Antenna Test Engineer for 2ND SHIFT to be an instrumental part of Northrop Grumman's Test Engineering Team in Sykesville, MD. The ideal candidate will also have experience using Matlab to analyze data.

There is a shift differential (higher pay) for 2ND SHIFT.

What You'll Get to Do:

• Antenna test equipment design in support of factory phased array testing

• Test software and test equipment design related to phased array testing in a Nearfield Antenna Range

• Troubleshoot RF issues during test of advanced antenna systems.

• Support technicians with troubleshooting and training

• Analyze test data and identify early trends

• Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions

• Collaborate with design engineering for hardware and test improvements

• Sensitivity to cost, schedule and quality as well as Northrop Grumman policies and procedures is imperative 

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, and Paid Time Off. Additional benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development and a 9/80 schedule at many sites. https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/

This requisition may be filled as an Antenna Test Engineer or a Principal Antenna Test Engineer based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications for an Antenna Test Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in science, engineering, or other STEM-related discipline plus 2 years of experience (0 years with a Masters)

• Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment

• Experience with software, such as C++, C#, MATLAB, etc.

• Familiarity with RF and antenna theory

• US Citizenship

• Department of Defense (DoD) active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to starting

• Ability to work 2ND SHIFT, which starts around 3pm

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Antenna Test Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in science, engineering, or other STEM-related discipline plus 5 years of relevant experience; or a Masters degree with 3 years of experience 

• Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment

• Experience with software, such as C++, C#, MATLAB, etc.

• Familiarity with RF and antenna theory

• US Citizenship

• Department of Defense (DoD) active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to starting

• Ability to work 2ND SHIFT, which starts around 3pm

Preferred Qualifications

• RF test experience and/or antenna test/range experience

• Software development experience with antenna/RF analysis and/ test measurement systems

• Test development experience in a nearfield antenna range

• Current SAP clearanc

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