Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for Principal / Senior Principal Electrical Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.
**This role may be filled at the Principal OR Senior Principal level based on the qualifications listed, below**
In this role, the successful candidate will primarily support the program as part of the Lab Design and Operations team based out of Melbourne, FL. Candidate will Research, develop, design, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks as well as design electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review, track, and modify test station design documents as necessary.
- Generate and track Bill of Materials (BOMs), schedule, and execution of test station development
- Coordinate with a multi-discipline team (supply chain, operations, QA, etc.) to ensure a quality product is built and remains on schedule and within budget
- Develop and perform Acceptance Test Procedures for test stations.
- Designs will be accomplished utilizing ICD’s. (Interface Control Document
- Develop interface block diagram and wiring diagrams to be used to produce cable assembly BTP’s (Build to Package’s).
- Develop, integrate and document Laboratory systems, electrical cable designs and electrical assemblies for aerospace programs.
- Develop and integrate wiring designs of a functional system utilizing AutoCAD Electrical or other Electrical design tool.
- Create preliminary block diagrams, wiring diagrams and detailed assemblies such as cable assemblies, Circuit Breaker assemblies, Relay assemblies etc. Must be familiar using SAE AS 50881 (Mil-5088), additional MIL specs and proven commercial practices.
We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Basic Qualifications (Principal):
Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 1 years of related professional/military experience
Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final U.S. adjudicated government Secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
Must have knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical Design tool or other Electrical design tool.
Must be able to develop interface block diagram and wiring diagrams to be used to produce cable assembly BTP’s (Build to Package’s). (Designs will be accomplished utilizing ICD’s. (Interface Control Document))
Must have knowledge of networks and Microsoft computer skills are required.
Must have experience with test equipment, such as, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, power supplies, etc.
Must have experience reading electrical schematics and design documentation
Must have understanding of test engineering concepts
Basic Qualifications (Sr. Principal):
Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline AND 8 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 6 years of related professional/military experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience
Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final U.S. adjudicated government Secret clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
Must have knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical Design tool or other Electrical design tool.
Must be able to develop interface block diagram and wiring diagrams to be used to produce cable assembly BTP’s (Build to Package’s). (Designs will be accomplished utilizing ICD’s. (Interface Control Document))
Must have knowledge of networks and Microsoft computer skills are required.
Must have experience with test equipment, such as, oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, power supplies, etc.
Must have experience reading electrical schematics and design documentation
Must have understanding of test engineering concepts
Preferred Qualifications:
- MS or PhD in Electrical/Systems/STEM Engineering
Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance (or higher)
- Experience with test station design and development
- Experience with creating and maintaining BOMs (Bill of Materials)
- Experience developing and executing ATPs (Acceptance Test Procedures)
- Extensive experience as AutoCAD Electrical Designer
- Manufacturing/liaison support experience is also desired to support build and installation of assemblies as well as testing of aircraft systems.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline AND 5 years related professional/military experience OR Master's AND 3 years OR PhD AND 1 year (Principal)
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline AND 8 years related professional/military experience OR Master's AND 6 years OR PhD AND 4 years (Sr. Principal)
- Ability to obtain, transfer, and maintain final U.S. adjudicated Secret clearance and any required program access
- Knowledge of AutoCAD Electrical or other electrical design tool
- Ability to develop interface block diagrams and wiring diagrams to produce cable assembly Build-to-Package (BTP) documents
- Knowledge of networks and Microsoft computer skills
- Experience with test equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, power supplies)
- Experience reading electrical schematics and design documentation
- Understanding of test engineering concepts
- MS or PhD in Electrical/Systems/STEM Engineering
- Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance (or higher)
- Experience with test station design and development
- Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs)
- Experience developing and executing Acceptance Test Procedures (ATPs)
- Extensive experience as an AutoCAD Electrical designer
- Manufacturing/liaison support experience for build, installation, and aircraft systems testing
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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.
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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.
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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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