Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems division is seeking a RF Systems Engineer to join our Whisper program team in Stafford, Virginia. The Whisper program focuses on a sophisticated antenna-based RF transmission and receiving network platform, utilizing command and control software to manage multiple systems globally.
Responsibilities:
Support Operations and Maintenance
Provide technical support on large antenna platforms and associated equipment in the generation of Radio Frequency (RF) signals and communications systems Provide systems engineering support for the lifecycle management of RF signal transmission and receiving systems Ensure system-level drawings and documents are accurate and up to date Analyze problems with existing equipment, design and implement corrective actions and modifications Evaluate customer requirements, determine existing system capability to meet requirements and define, design, develop and implement system changes to meet requirements that are not met by the existing system RF test methods Troubleshoot equipment problems, isolating causes and taking proper action to resolve problems Perform corrective maintenance and integrate approved equipment modifications into the existing customer baseline Support Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), recapitalization efforts from system requirements, cost and schedule to the development, integration, and testing of replacement systems
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree with 5 years of exp or a master's degree with 3 years of exp; or High School diploma / Equivalent with 9 years of exp may be accepted in lieu of degree
- Electronics experience such as: Navy Electronic Tech 1400 series, [ET] or Army 35T or Air Force AFSC 1D7X1R RF Transmissions Systems
- Ability to climb ladders and use personnel lifts for heights to approximately 50 feet (using approved fall protection equipment), ascend and descend ~60 feet of stairs
- Ability to install and uninstall (lift) devices weighing 50 pounds
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical writing skills
- Valid driver’s license
- Shift – 1st shift with rotating weekend supports (~every 14 weeks)
- travel up to 15%
-Obtain a Favorable SECNAV 5512 for visitor base access
- Use and operate test equipment to include - spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, power meter, signal generator, pulse generator, multi-meter or Digital Volt Meter (DVM), fiber optic testers
- TS SCI clearance with the ability to obtain a CI Poly
Preferred Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
- RF engineering and technologies
- Microwave engineering and technologies
- AutoCAD software
- Presenting technical and management level briefings
- Developing test methods to characterize signals and performance
- Operating RF test equipment
Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00The 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 with 5 years of experience, master's degree with 3 years of experience, or high school diploma/equivalent with 9 years of experience
- Electronics experience, such as Navy Electronic Technician 1400 series, Army 35T, or Air Force AFSC 1D7X1R RF Transmission Systems
- Ability to climb ladders and use personnel lifts to approximately 50 feet with approved fall protection equipment
- Ability to ascend and descend approximately 60 feet of stairs
- Ability to lift and install or uninstall devices weighing 50 pounds
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical writing skills
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to work first shift with rotating weekend support approximately every 14 weeks
- Ability to obtain a favorable SECNAV 5512 for visitor base access
- Ability to use RF test equipment including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, power meters, signal generators, pulse generators, multimeters, and fiber optic testers
- TS/SCI clearance required at start with ability to obtain a CI polygraph
- Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
- RF engineering and technologies experience
- Microwave engineering and technologies experience
- AutoCAD experience
- Experience presenting technical and management-level briefings
- Experience developing test methods to characterize signals and performance
- Experience operating RF test equipment
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