Ground System Architect/Integrator /Staff Electronics Engineer

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San Diego, CA, USA
In-Office
177K-266K Annually
Expert/Leader
Aerospace • Logistics • Security • Software • Cybersecurity
The Role
Lead ground system architecture and integration for aerospace avionics. Drive trade studies, technical proposals, engineering documentation, PLM/PDM workflows, and cross-functional product releases. Requires hardware design, configuration management, and Secret clearance.
Summary Generated by Built In
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding.  Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.

Northrop Grumman Systems has an opening for Staff Electronics Engineer - Ground System Architect/Integrator to join the team of qualified individuals on our Avionics Integration Organization. This leadership role is located Rando Bernardo, CA.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Determine customer needs and develop approaches, implementations, components, interfaces, identify standards and constraints, civil requirements, and security needs
  • Survey the industry for awareness of customer needs and alternative systems
  • Lead trade studies, technology development, and subcontractor teams
  • Lead technical and cost proposals
  • Write white papers describing offerings and provide leadership and/or direction to software integration, test leads, and various engineering teams
  • Once in role, this position could offer a hybrid work environment. Scheduled telework days are approved at manager's discretion. This position requires the ability to travel up to 25% of the time

Basic Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 12 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 10 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 7 years of related engineering experience.
  • Must have experience working with aerospace Ground System architectures
  • Must have a minimum of 6 years of experience in hardware design, hardware architecture, or systems engineering roles
  • Must have demonstrated experience creating and maintaining, and releasing engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and product definition documentation
  • Must have experience with configuration management and engineering change processes, including document revision control and release workflows
  • Must have proven ability to develop and maintain architecture documentation, including system-level diagrams, interface definitions, and technical baselines
  • Must have experience using PLM/PDM systems for drawing management, document control, and product release activities
  • Must have strong understanding of product lifecycle management, configuration control, and design documentation best practices
  • Must have the ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program management teams to ensure accurate product definition and release
  • Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Knowledge of, or experience with, common ground approaches, implementations, components, standards, interfaces, constraints, and security needs
  • Working knowledge of systems engineering principles, processes, software and hardware integration
  • Experience with tools such as CAD, ECAD, PLM, and ERP systems supporting product release and lifecycle management
  • Experience with Agile development and JIRA
  • Experience writing and presenting technical information to customers and internal management audience
  • Experience with Cyber Security requirements and/or implementation
  • Experience in initial design, review, and the approval process and implementation thereof said design cradle to grave
  • Experience in Team Center, the Team Center release process, CATIA and CAD drawing
  • Experience with supplier subcontractors and supplier SOWs

Primary Level Salary Range: $177,000.00 - $265,600.00

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 and 12 years related experience OR Master's with 10 years OR PhD with 7 years
  • Experience working with aerospace ground system architectures
  • Minimum of 6 years experience in hardware design, hardware architecture, or systems engineering roles
  • Experience creating, maintaining, and releasing engineering drawings, schematics, BOMs, and product definition documentation
  • Experience with configuration management and engineering change processes, including document revision control and release workflows
  • Ability to develop and maintain architecture documentation, including system-level diagrams, interface definitions, and technical baselines
  • Experience using PLM/PDM systems for drawing management, document control, and product release activities
  • Strong understanding of product lifecycle management, configuration control, and design documentation best practices
  • Ability to work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and program management teams
  • Ability to transfer and maintain final adjudicated U.S. government Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation)
  • Knowledge of common ground approaches, implementations, components, standards, interfaces, constraints, and security needs
  • Working knowledge of systems engineering principles, processes, software and hardware integration
  • Experience with CAD, ECAD, PLM, and ERP tools supporting product release and lifecycle management
  • Experience with Agile development and JIRA
  • Experience writing and presenting technical information to customers and internal management
  • Experience with Cyber Security requirements and/or implementation
  • Experience with initial design, review, approval processes, and cradle-to-grave implementation
  • Experience in Teamcenter, the Teamcenter release process, CATIA and CAD drawing
  • Experience with supplier subcontractors and supplier SOWs

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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