Associate Electrical Engineer / Electrical Engineer

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Warner Robins, GA, USA
In-Office
66K-119K Annually
Junior
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Designs, prototypes, integrates, and tests electronic assemblies, circuit card assemblies, cables, and electrical harnesses. Responsibilities include subsystem requirements analysis, parts lifecycle and obsolescence risk management, schematic capture, PCB layout, bill of materials generation, and development of test plans. The engineer collaborates with embedded software and firmware teams on electrical interfaces and supports system integration, testing, production, and fielding. This is an on-site defense engineering role in Warner Robins, Georgia.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 Defense Systems Sector has a need for an Electrical Engineer at its Integrated Mission Solutions (IMS) organization in Warner Robins, GA. This engineering position is for an electrical engineering role on our systems engineering team. This opportunity provides a chance to have direct impact on the product and mission, moving quickly through design decisions, integration, testing, production and fielding. Our ideal candidate will possess technical expertise, a drive to lead from where you are, collaborative people skills, and the proven ability to work within a technically diverse and fast-paced team.

This position is in Warner Robins, GA and requires that you work on-site daily.


Your responsibilities will include:

  • Capture, analyze, and maintain subsystem‑level requirements for an electronic assembly.
  • Track parts lifecycle, evaluate DMSMS risks, and propose mitigation strategies.
  • Design, prototype, and test Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs), cables, and electrical harnesses.
  •  Perform schematic capture, layout, and BOM generation using industry‑standard tools (Altium, Mentor, Cadence).
  • Work closely with embedded‑software/firmware teams to define electrical interfaces and develop test plans and procedures.

This position may be filled at either Associate Engineer / Engineer Levels.

Basic Qualifications:  

  • Associate Engineer: B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
  • Engineer: Minimum of 2 years of direct relevant experience with B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering from an ABET accredited school; Minimum of 0 years of direct relevant experience with an M.S. in Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
  • Experience developing detailed test plans and procedures to evaluate electronics.
  • Experience in schematic capture, PCB layout, and/or component selection.
  • Experience using oscilloscopes, function generators, and power supplies.
  • Strong written and verbal skills; able to produce clear technical documents.
  • Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S Government Secret level security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience designing and integrating test equipment, including CCAs, cables, electrical harnesses and automated test station software.
  • Experience with legacy system sustainment and modernization, including hardware redesign due to obsolescence.
  • Experience with Department of Defense programs.
  • Expertise with Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics, or Cadence Allegro.
  • Active Secret Security Clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

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.

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.

Skills Required

  • B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Biomedical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school for the Associate Engineer level
  • At least 2 years of directly relevant experience with a bachelor's degree for the Engineer level
  • At least 0 years of directly relevant experience with a master's degree for the Engineer level
  • Experience developing detailed test plans and procedures for evaluating electronics
  • Experience with schematic capture, PCB layout, and/or component selection
  • Experience using oscilloscopes, function generators, and power supplies
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to produce clear technical documents
  • Must currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
  • Experience designing and integrating test equipment, including circuit card assemblies, cables, electrical harnesses, and automated test station software
  • Experience with legacy system sustainment and modernization, including hardware redesign for obsolescence
  • Experience with Department of Defense programs
  • Expertise with Altium Designer, Mentor Graphics, or Cadence Allegro
  • Active Secret security clearance

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Northrop Grumman and has not been reviewed or approved by Northrop Grumman.

  • Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers multiple medical plan options by region alongside dental, vision, mental‑health resources, and wellness programs. Recent materials also highlight added family‑building support, including a dedicated fertility benefit.
  • Retirement Support — The 401(k) savings plan is positioned as competitive with a company match, auto‑escalation features, and access to an employee stock fund/ESPP. Official filings and benefits guides emphasize retirement as a core element of the Total Rewards package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth — Many sites offer a 9/80 schedule, generous PTO, paid holidays, and flexible/telework options where program needs allow. Paid parental and caregiver leave are prominently featured, with recent enhancements for the delivering parent.

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The Company
HQ: Charlotte, North Carolina
85,636 Employees

What We Do

We are a close-knit community of big thinkers collaborating to keep the world safe. Our passion, creativity and expertise bring next-level technology solutions to life in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, strike, space, and logistics and modernization for our customers around the globe. On the Northrop Grumman team, you’ll join our pursuit of excellence immersed in a dynamic culture of innovation and respect. Your unique perspective will help achieve our shared vision for the future of global security. Every step of the way, you'll be supported by world-class training, employee resource groups and a comprehensive benefits package that enables greater health and happiness for you and your family. Worldwide and across disciplines, we’re challenging what’s possible for technology to protect people and places from undersea to outer space and into cyberspace. And we see the impact of our performance every day. We are Northrop Grumman, and we work on what matters—now, you too can make a difference. Explore opportunities in engineering, IT, manufacturing, business management, cybersecurity and more with us. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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