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Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer

2 days ago Baltimore, MD

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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.This Senior Principal Electronics Engineer position requires a blend of Hardware and Software skills, experience with Power, Digital and RF test & measurement equipment, and a hands-on approach to troubleshooting complex electronic systems. Typical Roles and Responsibilities include:

Understanding design to cost, scope, and schedule
Requirements definition
Design of flexible Hardware & Software test solutions together with a team of experts
Manufacturing support during the hardware build process
Integration of Hardware & Software into a functioning system
Certification with the Quality organization
System deployment and factory support
Software maintenance and / or Hardware refresh initiatives
This position is contingent upon having a current, Active DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to receive SAP Clearance.
Basic Qualifications

You must satisfy one of the following education/experience criteria to be considered for this position:

Bachelor's degree in STEM with 8 years' experience, or Master's degree in STEM with 6 years' experience, or Ph.D. degree in STEM with 4 years' experience. An additional 4 years' experience is acceptable in lieu of a degree.
Current Active Secret and the ability to receive SAP Clearance
Experience in a technical leadership role
The ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics and block diagrams
Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance
Familiarity with test requirements definition, procedures or design
Experience in text-based programming (e.g. C /C++)
Background and working knowledge in RF, digital or power theory and concepts
Experience with test & measurement equipment
Comfortable performing hands-on troubleshooting of electrical hardware
Preferred Qualifications:

Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline
Test design and integration background
Experience with C programming in LabWindows CVI
Experience with automating test & measurement equipment in a production environment
Experience with schematic design tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics, Zuken, etc.)
Experience with FPGA firmware development (VHDL, NI Labview)
Knowledge of Power Test concepts and implementation
Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory and high-speed digital design
* Familiarity with differential digital interfaces like LVDS - PXI/PXIe and VME bus
Primary Level Salary Range: $131,000.00 - $196,700.00The 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): Baltimore, MD
Job ID: NorthropGrumman-R10211277
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-10-16T20:15:17

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