Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer/Staff Electronics Engineer

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Job description

Requisition ID: R
Category: Engineering
Location: San Diego - CA, United States of America
Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
Clearance Type: Secret
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: 1st Shift 12 hrs - Fri, Sat, Sun (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
Positions Available: 1

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.

Climb to new heights on your journey when you start Defining Possible with Northrop Grumman. Enjoy a purposeful career in aeronautics that is crucial to the way we connect and protect our world across land, sea, and air. Bring your experience and take advantage of this opportunity to discover how you can start to push past possible and achieve your goals today. Enjoy a diverse, collaborative environment with professionals across the nation ready to help launch your career.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Sr Principal Electronics Engineer or Staff Electronics Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in San Diego, CA.The Sr Principal/Staff Electronics Engineer will be responsible for:Essential Functions:
• Perform subsystem analysis, document system requirements and interfaces, with traceability to platform requirements
• Perform/support review and analysis of supplier design data, definition of functional test requirements including acceptance, qualification, and system integration.
• Perform/support design reviews, or reviews of design related documentation (ICDs, system and subsystem design documents, etc.)
• Perform Link-16 field integration, troubleshooting and repair of communications and data link systems in military flight test environment, including operations on a flightline, in a hangar, and in command and control centers.
• Perform SIL and flight test planning and execution, both CONUS and OCONUS.
• Perform change management and engineering change proposal (ECP) duties, including preparation, analysis, planning and execution.
• Support development and management of integrated schedules, earned value, risk management, and status reports & briefings and other program communications.Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications Staff Electronics Engineer:
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 14 years of STEM related experience OR a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline with 12 years of STEM related experience OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 9 years of STEM related experience.
Experience with communications technologies examples include: Link-16, Internet Protocol (IP) networks, Voice over IP (VoIP), Information Assurance (IA), satellite and Line-of-Sight (LOS) RF communications, control interfaces, co-site interference
Must have a minimum of an active Secret Clearance or equivalent
Basic Qualifications Sr Principal Electronics Engineer:
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 9 years of STEM related experience OR a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline with 7 years of STEM related experience OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 5 years of STEM related experience.
Experience with communications technologies examples include: Link-16, Internet Protocol (IP) networks, Voice over IP (VoIP), Information Assurance (IA), satellite and Line-of-Sight (LOS) RF communications, control interfaces, co-site interference
Must have a minimum of an active Secret Clearance or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree
Active in scope DOD Secret Clearance
Working knowledge of RS-422, RS-485, MIL-STD-1553, and internet protocol (IP) based networks, development and test methodologies.
Working knowledge of Link-16 certification and other tactical data links.
EO/IR and Radar Systems a plus.
Knowledge of Software Defect Management and Management Tools (DOORS, ClearQuest, etc)
Candidate must have excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work confidently in a high-pressure environment, while interacting with all levels of staff from flight-line and field technicians to executive management
Excellent leadership skills, be a self-starter, pay close attention to details, and have the ability to work effectively in a team-based environment.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042, we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by December 8, 2021 or by your start date if it is after December 8th. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.

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Salary Range: 125500 - 233400

Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. With the continuing impacts of COVID-19 around the world, we are taking action to protect the health and well-being of our colleagues and maintain the safety of the communities where we operate. As a federal contractor, and consistent with Executive Order 14042 () we will require all newly hired employees in the United States to be fully vaccinated by January 18, 2022 or by your start date if it is after January 18th. Federal guidance allows for disability/medical and religious accommodations with respect to the vaccine requirement. Any requested accommodations must be reviewed and approved (if applicable) in advance of your start date.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.