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Space Payload I&T - Engineer/Principal Engineer

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: No 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.Northrop Grumman Space Systems Payload and Ground Systems Division (PGSD) is seeking an early-career to principal-level engineer to support Integration and Test (I&T) of our Active RF (Radio Frequency) Space Payloads.
This position will be based 100% on-site in Linthicum, Maryland.
Responsibilities include I&T analysis and analysis tool development, coding/script development to analyze and interpret RF data for the purposes of debug/troubleshooting and system compliance assessment, support various test environments with different analysis needs, create/improve/operate custom SW tools during I&T and operational workflow.
These positions can be staffed at a level 2 or 3, based on the basic qualifications below.
Basic Requirements:

Level 2: BS in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) with 2 years relevant experience

Level 3: BS in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) with 5 years relevant experience; or 3 years of relevant experience with MS degree

Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance, and SCI approval/access.

Previous I&T experience

Coding skills in MATLAB and/or Python

Preferred Qualifications:

An active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance, and SCI approval/access is highly preferred.

BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer Science

Proficiency coding in MATLAB and/or Python

Familiarity with RF test environments

Familiarity with RADAR, COMMS, or passive RF systems

ESA (Electronically Scanned Array) I&T experience

RADAR I&T experience

Primary Level Salary Range: $85,400.00 - $128,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00The 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.

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Client-provided location(s): Linthicum Heights, MD
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10204006
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-08-14T20:09:05

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    • 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
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    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
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    • Four-Day Work Week
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    • Commuter Benefits Program
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    • 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
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    • Promote From Within
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    • Access to Online Courses
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    • Leadership Training Program
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