Design Integration Electrical Engineer - Level 3/4

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Redondo Beach, CA, USA
In-Office
114K-213K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Design and integrate electrical systems for spacecraft and payloads, including requirements analysis, block diagrams, power and telemetry resource allocation, harness design, signal integrity, and interface compatibility. The engineer supports manufacturing, assembly, integration, and testing; assesses cost and schedule impacts; troubleshoots electrical equipment; works independently; and mentors junior engineers. The role requires an active SCI access or qualifying Top Secret clearance and is onsite in Redondo Beach with 10% travel.
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: SCI

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's Space Sector is seeking a Design Integration Electrical Engineer - Level 3/4 to join the Vehicle Engineering Directorate within Western Region Engineering. In this role, you will support spacecraft, and/or payload electrical integration tasks. This position is located onsite in Redondo Beach, CA.


*Please be aware that this position is contingent upon capturing program award(s) and obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding. Furthermore, this position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company. Continued employment thereafter will be subject to maintenance at the level of clearance and program access required for the position in the future.


Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Electrical systems requirements development & analysis  
  • System, subsystem, and unit-to-unit electrical block diagram generation 
  • Power and command & telemetry hardware resource management and allocation 
  • Electrical Connectivity development for spacecraft harness design 
  • Fusing, signal integrity, and electrical interface compatibility analysis 
  • Cable & Harness Design 
  • Provide feedback regarding impacts of possible cost and/ or schedule changes 
  • Work and execute independently with some technical oversight 
  • Mentor junior engineers and provide guidance on best practices 
  • Provide support to Manufacturing and Spacecraft Assembly and Test 

This position can be filled at either a level 3 or a level 4.


Basic Qualifications for Design Integration Electrical Engineer - Level 3:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in STEM with 3 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in STEM with 1 year of relevant experience
  • Must have active SCI access at the time of application or an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company, prior to the start date
  • Experience with aerospace hardware design and integration
  • Experience in electrical troubleshooting of components and equipment
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project

Basic Qualifications for Design Integration Electrical Engineer - Level 4:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of relevant experience; OR Master’s degree in STEM with 6 years of relevant experience; OR PhD in STEM with 4 years of relevant experience
  • Must have active SCI access at the time of application or an active Top Secret clearance with the ability to obtain SCI access within a reasonable period, as determined by the company, prior to the start date
  • Experience with aerospace hardware design and integration
  • Experience in electrical troubleshooting of components and equipment
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Spacecraft and/or payload electrical design integration, cable & harness design, and/or command & telemetry database development background with experience through the entire system lifecycle from concept, design, production, integration, test, launch, to operation support
  • Demonstrated multidisciplinary skillset with the ability to work with manufacturing and other engineering disciplines
  • Understanding of electrical interface standards such as MIL-STD-1553, LVDS, RS-422, etc. 
  • Previous experience with software tools such as PSPICE, MATLAB, Mentor Graphics, Routed Systems Design (RSD), HarneSys, CATIA V5, NX, Siemens Capital, Microsoft Access, Visio 

Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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

  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of relevant experience for Level 3, or 8 years for Level 4
  • Master's degree in STEM with 3 years of relevant experience for Level 3, or 6 years for Level 4
  • PhD in STEM with 1 year of relevant experience for Level 3, or 4 years for Level 4
  • Active SCI access at application, or active Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain SCI access before start date
  • Experience with aerospace hardware design and integration
  • Experience troubleshooting electrical components and equipment
  • Experience with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
  • Spacecraft or payload electrical design integration, cable and harness design, or command and telemetry database development
  • Experience across the system lifecycle from concept through operations support
  • Multidisciplinary experience working with manufacturing and other engineering disciplines
  • Understanding of electrical interface standards including MIL-STD-1553, LVDS, and RS-422
  • Experience with PSPICE, MATLAB, Mentor Graphics, Routed Systems Design, HarneSys, CATIA V5, NX, Siemens Capital, Microsoft Access, or Visio

Northrop Grumman Compensation & Benefits Highlights

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  • 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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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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