Principal Engineer Electronics

You will have the opportunity to design, develop, and execute test procedures and automated test scripts using spacecraft commands, telemetry, electrical ground support equipment, and Linux-based simulation tools.
The ideal candidate has system-level integration and test experience working with spacecraft flight hardware, extensive scripting expertise, and strong computer and troubleshooting skills.
Daily responsibilities will require test preparation and execution, leading to direct contact with satellite and space flight hardware. Candidate must be able to tackle complex issues utilizing skills obtained in electrical engineering and related disciplines, with a strong preference for experience in both hardware and scripting development.
Required skills include the ability to communicate clearly, lead test scripting efforts, and use critical thinking to troubleshoot problems during on-the-floor operations. Familiarity with Maestro, Linux systems, and automation scripting is highly desirable. International travel to support launch campaigns may be required. Shift and weekend work to support testing will be required periodically.
Responsibilities:
Frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques
Develop test procedures, specifications, test limits, and automation scripts for spacecraft systems
Execute testing, monitor tests per specification, troubleshoot, and document all test activities
Demonstrate the skill and ability to perform moderately complex professional tasks across multi-discipline teams
Understand Northrop Grumman test engineering practices, standards, and principles
Understand both electrical circuits and software interaction within flight hardware and EGSE
Support EGSE and flight hardware test/troubleshooting efforts with ability to perform independently
Fully grasp escalation processes when test errors are encountered, following program-specific protocols
Participate in anomaly resolution processes and contribute technical solutions for FRB approval
Travel and support alternate shifts when required
Provide solutions to a variety of technical problems of increasing scope and complexity
Apply technical insight and experience to validate test setups and results
Establish and maintain inter-organizational and outside customer contacts on routine matters
Coordinate with ITEE team leads, electrical technicians, and I&T managers to complete test activities
Prepare and present material in program review boards (PDRs, CDRs, TRRs, FRBs, etc.)
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline, preferably in electrical or computer engineering (or equivalent) with 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a master's degree with 3 years of related engineering experience
Demonstrated ability to design, implement, and refine scripting and automation solutions using languages such as Python, Java, or VHDL
Strong experience working with Linux systems, simulation tools, and spacecraft command and telemetry environments
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI security clearance & special program access
Preferred Qualifications: *
Experience with Microsoft Visio, National Instruments LabView, or equivalent simulation and documentation tools
Experience developing and executing hardware or software testing and test scripting
Minimum of five years of directly related experience in spacecraft or satellite system test
Demonstrated expertise with electrical test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, DMMs, and signal generators
Experience in electronics troubleshooting, RF test configuration testing, and environmental testing (including Vibration Analysis/Thermal Vacuum testing)
Programming proficiency with Python, C, C++, or VHDL
Leadership experience coordinating multi-discipline testing activities or leading script development teams
Experience in Aerospace or Defense industry (development or test)
Salary Range: $106,000.00 - $130,000.00The 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.