Associate Mixed Signal Test and Process Engineer (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 is currently seeking an Associate Mixed Signal Test and Process Engineer for our tactical missile system development and production programs at Advanced Weapons Business Unit located in Northridge, CA.  No remote work as this is an on-site position.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for all aspects of electrical engineering department process documentation that includes engineering checklist, guides and procedures.
• Track electrical engineering performance metrics on non-conformance and process improvement initiatives. Drive open action to closure in collaboration with peers.
• Keep documentation up to date and make improvements as needed per input from stakeholders.
• Support CCA related production activities in fabrication and test areas.

Basic Qualifications for Mixed Signal Test and Process Engineer (Level 01): 

• BS degree in an engineering discipline; preferably in an Electrical/Electronic Engineering field with 0 years of experience
• Knowledge of fundamental Electrical Engineering concepts.
• Knowledge of MIL-STD compliant designs that meet reliability and maintainability requirements.
• Familiarity in setting up test benches and equipment as needed to perform validation testing.  
• Must have strong troubleshooting skills and ability to systematically work though de-bugging process while maintaining proper documentation. 
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government issued security clearance

Preferred Qualifications for Mixed Signal Test and Process Engineer

• Familiar with PWB (Printed Wiring Borad) design rules and techniques for CCA’s with >20 layers count from initial prototype to production. Knowledge of EDA tools package such as Mentor Graphics or equivalent.

• Experience with standard test equipment such as power supplies, spectrum analyzer, power meters and oscilloscopes.
• Design of Digital circuits with large scale FPGA/SoC’s and high-speed interfaces.
• Conduct verification and validation (V&V) testing as well as Conduct system-level testing.
• Secret Clearance adjudicated within the last 5 years 

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,800.00 - $125,800.00

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.