Electrical Design Engineer Level 3 /4

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Sunnyvale, CA, USA
In-Office
114K-213K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Design, develop, and test analog and digital electronic circuits, cable assemblies, and data acquisition/control systems for ship and submarine launch control. Troubleshoot electromechanical control systems, create custom test setups, and support PCB/cable design and EMI mitigation. Work onsite in Sunnyvale supporting DoD programs and obtain/maintain Secret clearance.
Summary Generated by Built In
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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security.  Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter.  Come be a part of our mission!

We are looking for you to join our Launcher Electronics Group as an Electrical Design Engineer Level 3/4 for the development and ongoing support of new and existing electrical designs used in surface ship and submarine launch control systems for the US Navy located in Sunnyvale, CA.  The prospective candidate researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, and systems for Department of Defense, commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes. The Strategic Launcher Directorate consists of incredible people with backgrounds in Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems Engineers with focus on Control Systems and Electronics Design.  The Launcher Electronics Group is one facet of the Hardware Engineering community here at Northrop Grumman, Sunnyvale, CA campus which also includes Mechanical Design, Thermal and Structural Analysis, and Materials Analysis to name a few.  Our engineers find professional fulfillment in leading teams, performing cutting-edge research, and being in the forefront of the design process through our partnership with the program office business leadership.

The Launcher Electronics group is seeking an Electrical Design Engineer Level 3/4 with knowledge and experience with design and test of analog and digital circuitry, cable design, data acquisition systems, and electronic control systems including motors, mechanical actuators, and sensors. The candidate should also have a strong knowledge of electronic test equipment, test methods, and troubleshooting.  The ability to work autonomously and be a self-starter are requirements for this position.  This position located in Sunnyvale, CA.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on the qualifications listed below:

Basic Qualifications for an Electrical Design Engineer Level 3:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 5 years of related experience, a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 3 years of related experience
  • Experience with design of analog and digital circuits
  • Experience with data acquisition systems
  • Experience in cable design and manufacturing
  • Experience with standard electrical lab equipment – Oscilloscope, DMM, IR tester (or similar)
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting experience with electromechanical control systems and circuits
  • Experience designing and troubleshooting custom test setups.
  • US Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Basic Qualifications for a Electrical Design Engineer Level 4:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 8 years of related experience, a Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with 6 years of related experience
  • Experience with design of analog and digital circuits
  • Experience with data acquisition systems
  • Experience in cable design and manufacturing
  • Experience with standard electrical lab equipment – Oscilloscope, DMM, IR tester (or similar)
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting experience with electromechanical control systems and circuits
  • Experience designing and troubleshooting custom test setups.
  • US Citizenship required.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

  • 2 years of work experiences with DOD related products
  • PCB/CCB design ability and experience
  • Experience with Electromagnetic Interference testing and design for mitigation
  • MATLAB/Simulink proficiency
  • Labview and labwindows experience.
  • C/C++/C# proficiency
  • Understanding of FPGA concepts and programming
  • Current DOD secret security clearance
  • Grounding and EMI Design
  • Familiar with NFPA 70E

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 Electrical Engineering or related field with 5+ years related experience, or Master's with 3+ years (Level 3)
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 8+ years related experience, or Master's with 6+ years (Level 4)
  • Experience designing analog and digital circuits
  • Experience with data acquisition systems
  • Experience in cable design and manufacturing
  • Experience with standard electrical lab equipment (Oscilloscope, DMM, IR tester or similar)
  • Demonstrated troubleshooting experience with electromechanical control systems and circuits
  • Experience designing and troubleshooting custom test setups
  • U.S. Citizenship required
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance
  • Experience with DoD-related products
  • PCB/CCB design experience
  • Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) testing and mitigation experience
  • MATLAB/Simulink proficiency
  • LabVIEW and LabWindows experience
  • C/C++/C# proficiency
  • Understanding of FPGA concepts and programming
  • Current DoD Secret security clearance
  • Grounding and EMI design knowledge
  • Familiarity with NFPA 70E

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.

  • Retirement Support 401(k) matching is considered strong, with additional defined-benefit coverage for certain cohorts and options like catch-up contributions. Retirement programs are repeatedly highlighted as a core strength of the total rewards.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, company-paid holidays, and compressed work schedules (such as 9/80) provide meaningful time away and flexibility. These scheduling options are cited as a major quality-of-life benefit across many locations.
  • Parental & Family Support Paid parental leave alongside caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and back-up care supports a range of family needs. These programs have been expanded recently, signaling continued investment in family support.

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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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