Electronics Engineer / Principal Electronics Engineer

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Baltimore, MD, USA
In-Office
88K-163K Annually
Senior level
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Provides installation, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and mission support for airborne phased-array sensor systems. Evaluates test results, recommends repairs, improves equipment and procedures, oversees repair technicians, and supports customer meetings and field operations. Requires initial training in Baltimore followed by a two-year Palmdale assignment, periodic shift and weekend work, and up to 10% domestic and international travel. The role supports either Electronics Engineer or Principal Electronics Engineer levels.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Electronics Engineer / Principal Electronics Engineer based out of Baltimore, MD.

***After an initial period of training for one year in Baltimore, and after acquiring all required security clearances, you will travel to Palmdale, CA for a two-year assignment.***

What You’ll get to Do:

Be responsible for providing technical assistance with the installation and test support of a phase array sensor system on a platform. As the system knowledge expert, you will be working on an MS team and using sophisticated supported equipment with other engineers to provide the prime contractor with knowledge and assist with system operation. Other duties include mission support, providing monitoring and operational guidance.

 

Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Conducting post-installation, shop floor system testing in coordination with other platform systems

  • Conducting pre-mission system test support

  • Collect, evaluate and report on test results

  • Troubleshooting system and test-set electrical, electronic and test software

  • Recommending corrective action for system repairs

  • Devising equipment design and procedural changes to improve safety and efficiency

  • Providing direction/oversight during the conduct of work performed by repair technicians

  • Supporting operational missions

  • Providing support at other field sites and test facilities

  • Supporting various customer meetings at customer locations

  • Periodic shift work may be required based on operational needs

This position may be filled as an Electronics Engineer or Principal Electronics Engineer.

Basic Qualifications for an Electronics Engineer:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) and a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.

  • Experience with any one or more of the following backgrounds: airborne AESA radar/communications systems, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or System Engineering

  • Must be willing to work on an occasional rotating schedule, as needed; including periodic shift work and weekend work may be required to meet the needs of our customer

  • Must be willing to work out of Baltimore for the initial training period and upon return from the two-year assignment in Palmdale, CA

  • Must be willing to support additional occasional travel up to 10%, both CONUS (continental U.S.) and OCONUS (outside the continental U.S.)

  • US Citizen and current/active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance is required. Must have the ability to obtain/maintain SAP clearance.

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Electronics Engineer.:

  • Bachelor's Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) and a minimum of 5 years of relevant work experience.

  • Experience with any one or more of the following backgrounds: airborne AESA radar/communications systems, Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering or System Engineering

  • Must be willing to work on an occasional rotating schedule, as needed; including periodic shift work and weekend work may be required to meet the needs of our customer

  • Must be willing to work out of Baltimore for the initial training period and upon return from the two-year assignment in Palmdale, CA

  • Must be willing to support additional occasional travel up to 10%, both CONUS (continental U.S.) and OCONUS (outside the continental U.S.)

  • US Citizen and current/active U.S. Government Top Secret Clearance is required. Must have the ability to obtain/maintain SAP clearance.

 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in integration and test techniques, MATLAB, or related signal analysis tools; interfacing protocols, test equipment, and customer interaction.

  • Experience with RF and radar technologies.

Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 - $163,200.00

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
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience for the Electronics Engineer level
  • At least 5 years of relevant experience for the Principal Electronics Engineer level
  • Experience with airborne AESA radar or communications systems, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or systems engineering
  • Willingness to work an occasional rotating schedule, including periodic shifts and weekends
  • Willingness to work in Baltimore, Maryland, during initial training and after returning from the Palmdale assignment
  • Willingness to support occasional travel up to 10% within and outside the continental United States
  • U.S. citizenship
  • Current and active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance
  • Ability to obtain and maintain SAP clearance
  • Experience with integration and test techniques, MATLAB, or related signal analysis tools
  • Experience with interfacing protocols, test equipment, and customer interaction
  • Experience with RF and radar technologies

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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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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