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Northrop Grumman

(DoD SkillBridge) Digital Systems and Software Engineering

Linthicum Heights, MD

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.

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As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman's 90,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman during their internship as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service m embers.

We've developed the Northrop Grumman - Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance. During this program you will be working on-site in an entry to mid-level role. You will be receiving on-the-job training 40 hours per week.

DoD SkillBridge Overview:
The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Department of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

During this program you will be on-site at a Northrop location performing an internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. You'll have on-the-job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the high potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals - Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NG.

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly-trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome - Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

SkillBridge Eligibility:
  • Has served at least 180 days on active duty
  • Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
  • Will receive an honorable discharge
  • Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
  • Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
  • Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
Location:
All SkillBridge Opportunities are located in Linthicum/Baltimore, MD

Responsibilities will include:
  • Working with engineer leadership and development teams to define subsystem designs to meet system requirements
  • Modeling and analyzing critical parameters of subsystem (e.g. power, throughput, cooling, storage, boot, IO latency and bottlenecks)
  • Creating subsystem requirement specifications and design during development process
  • Performing integration and test activities for subsystems and modules
  • Collaborating with design and implementation teams to ensure requirements are met on schedule and within budget
  • Learning, applying and driving improvement of internal engineering processes
Principal Engineer Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
  • 5+ years of professional experience in related industry (3 with MS, 0 with PhD)
  • An additional 5 years of experience can be used in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
  • Development and optimization experience in at least one of the following: Embedded Microprocessors, Microelectronic Modules or Digital Processing Algorithms
  • US Citizenship required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance
Senior Principal Engineer Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field.
  • 9+ years of professional experience in related industry (7 with MS, 4 with PhD)
  • An additional 5 years of experience can be used in lieu of a Bachelor's degree
  • 2+ years of technical leadership experience
  • Development and optimization experience in at least one of the following: Embedded Microprocessors, Microelectronic Modules or Digital Processing Algorithms
  • US Citizenship required, with the ability to obtain and maintain a US Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications for both levels:
  • MS Degree with at least 3+ years of professional experience in related industry
  • ACTIVE US Security Clearance at Secret level or higher
  • Experience developing electronic subsystems, circuit boards, ASICs and/or FPGAs for aerospace and defense applications
  • Demonstrated expertise in field (e.g. journal published, patents)
  • Additional Domain knowledge and experience in some of the following or similar areas: Processing, RF Sensors such as Radar, Communications, Digital Receivers, Direct Digital Waveform Generation, Software Defined Radio, EA/ESM systems, EO/IR Sensors, Sonar and Acoustic Sensors, AI & ML, Multi-chip Modules, System in a Package, Hardware Emulation, Digital Twins, High Speed Interfaces or Embedded Networking
Salary Range: $96,900 - $145,300
Salary Range 2: $120,000 - $180,000

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.

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 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 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Client-provided location(s): Linthicum Heights, MD, USA
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10112579
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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