Engineer Electrical

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Colorado Springs, CO, USA
In-Office
83K-125K Annually
Junior
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Electrical Engineer supporting integration, testing, validation, calibration, troubleshooting, and sustainment of RF and analog subsystems for space-domain-awareness radar systems. Responsibilities include verifying system requirements, conducting environmental and integrated system tests, configuring test equipment, resolving hardware and software anomalies, coordinating with cross-functional teams, documenting procedures and results, and supporting system delivery. Travel up to 25% may be required.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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 Space Systems is seeking an Electrical Engineer to support integration, test, and sustainment efforts for our ground-based Space Domain Awareness (SDA) radar systems. This position is in Colorado Springs, Colorado in support of SDA radar systems. This role will serve as a RF Analog Hardware electrical engineer for an SDA radar system focused on deep space objects. This position will assist the IPT lead with design, development, and integration of Radio Frequency (RF) and Analog Subsystems into the overall radar design.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic and must possess fundamental electrical engineering skills. Demonstrated ability to foster diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement, including receiving mentoring and coaching from leads is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, and the ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in collaborating with Engineering teams and associated stakeholders.

Job duties include:

  • Conduct verification and validation of subsystem and full-system requirements, ensuring compliance with mission specifications.

  • Participate in system integration, checkout, integrated system tests, environmental tests, and final delivery.

  • Perform calibration, validation, and setup of test racks and test equipment; execute test set moves, validate test configurations, and troubleshoot hardware and software anomalies.

  • Coordinate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, external partners, and internal program leaders to align test objectives, report results, and integrate feedback.

  • Write and maintain technical documentation, including test procedures, troubleshooting instructions, and reports.

  • May perform research, evaluation, and systems integration in electrical or electro-mechanical systems, cables, connectors, power systems, test equipment, and more.

  • Travel, as necessary, to support program needs across different locations, shifts, or time zones.

Basic Qualifications

  • United States Citizenship

  • Must have an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope. In addition, the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance is required.

  • 2 years with bachelor’s in science STEM is required

  • Familiarity with architecture and design of complex RF and Analog hardware systems

  • Familiarity with Agile principles

  • Familiar with Model Based Systems Engineering principles

  • Familiar with the use of a Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system to document and maintain a technical baseline

  • Ability to listen effectively, take direction, and possess initiative to accomplish assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion

  • Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications

  • Ability to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications

  • An active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.

  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system-level test issues, including RF hardware, configurations, and software anomalies.

  • Experience with HW/SW Integration

  • Ability to work within the Atlassian tool set (JIRA, Confluence)

  • Experience with the use of CAMEO as a model-based systems engineering tool

  • Ability to work within an RF lab environment and familiar with RF test equipment (i.e., spectrum analyzers, network analyzers)

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

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

  • United States citizenship
  • Active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at application, current and within scope
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 2 years of experience
  • Familiarity with architecture and design of complex RF and analog hardware systems
  • Familiarity with Agile principles
  • Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering principles
  • Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management systems for documenting and maintaining technical baselines
  • Ability to read engineering drawings and specifications
  • Ability to travel up to 25%
  • Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with ability to obtain and maintain SCI access
  • Ability to troubleshoot system-level test issues involving RF hardware, configurations, and software anomalies
  • Hardware/software integration experience
  • Experience with Atlassian tools including JIRA and Confluence
  • Experience using CAMEO as a model-based systems engineering tool
  • RF laboratory experience and familiarity with spectrum analyzers and network analyzers

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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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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