Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking an Senior Principal Electrical Engineer to join the test design and analysis team as part of the Integration Assembly Test and Checkout (IATC) element of the Command and Launch (C&L) segment. This position will be located in Roy, UT and will support the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD) program. Final grade level offered will be based on candidate experience.
What You’ll Get To Do:
Selected candidate will be responsible for the architecture, development, and delivery of multiple cable/harness engineering design solutions. This role provides the opportunity to be a technical expert, take ownership of the Special Test Equipment (STE) statement of work from concept design to product delivery, and to be one of the recognized Subject Matter Experts (SME’s) within the team for Cable, Harness, and Instrumentation. Responsibilities include (but are not limited to) the following:
- Define and document electrical interconnects through coordination with system, subsystem, and unit engineers
- Pro-actively communicate across teams to ensure critical data is identified for collection.
- Incorporate project flow down requirements into the harness/cable design
- Prepare and present harness subsystem design, architecture and implementation plans at various design team meetings and reviews
- Assist in establishing harness/cable routing and segmentation
- Perform voltage drop analysis and capacitance studies
- Experience in RF transmission line analysis and performance
- Provide support to Manufacturing, Procurement, Lab Integration and Test
- Design and implement Test and Measurement systems in a the lab space.
- Perform Technical Lead review and provide sign off on electrical harness and wiring diagrams.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) with 8 years of experience; or Master's degree with 6 years of experience; or PhD with 4 years of experience
- Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
- At least 1 year of experience with basic data signal types (MIL-STD-1553, RS-422, CAN etc.)
- At least 1 year of experience with circuit design analysis and electrical system sizing/protection as well as various wire shielding requirements
- At least 1 year of experience with wire gauge sizing, voltage drop analysis, and derating analysis
- At least 1 year of experience with harness fabrication, component (back-shell, connector, cable and wire) selection and installation processes with hands-on experience
- At least 1 year of experience with EMI/RF principles and their application to harness shielding
- At least 1 year of experience with Parts, Materials and Processes for electrical harness related to power distribution, RF, communication and high-speed data signal applications, as well as manufacturing support
- At least 1 year of experience Data Acquisition and Instrumentation systems.
- Familiarity with industry cable and harness standards: IPC/WHMA-A-620, NASA-STD-8739.4 and AS50881
Preferred Qualifications:
- An active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
- Proficiency in design tools such as Microsoft Visio, RapidHarness, NX, AutoCAD, Capital, Teamcenter
- Prior experience in coordinating with multiple Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) within a dynamic program environment
- At least 1 year of experience with military aircraft avionics subsystems
- Experience with preparing and presenting oral and written reports
- Familiarity with PM&P requirements per Aerospace TOR-2006(8583)-5235 / -5236
- Experience with DoD architectures and Industry/Military Standards (e.g. MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-331, MIL-STD-1901A and Mil-STD-461)
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
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Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00The 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 in a STEM field and 8 years of experience, or a master’s degree and 6 years of experience, or a PhD and 4 years of experience
- Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance, current and within scope, at application
- Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program approval
- At least 1 year of experience with data signal types such as MIL-STD-1553, RS-422, or CAN
- At least 1 year of experience with circuit design analysis, electrical system sizing and protection, and wire shielding requirements
- At least 1 year of experience with wire gauge sizing, voltage drop analysis, and derating analysis
- At least 1 year of hands-on experience with harness fabrication, component selection, and installation processes
- At least 1 year of experience with EMI/RF principles and harness shielding
- At least 1 year of experience with parts, materials, and processes for electrical harnesses and manufacturing support
- At least 1 year of experience with data acquisition and instrumentation systems
- Familiarity with IPC/WHMA-A-620, NASA-STD-8739.4, and AS50881
- Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance
- Proficiency with Microsoft Visio, RapidHarness, NX, AutoCAD, Capital, or Teamcenter
- Experience coordinating with multiple Integrated Product Teams
- At least 1 year of experience with military aircraft avionics subsystems
- Experience preparing and presenting oral and written reports
- Familiarity with Aerospace TOR-2006(8583)-5235 and -5236 PM&P requirements
- Experience with DoD architectures and military standards including MIL-STD-810, MIL-STD-331, MIL-STD-1901A, and MIL-STD-461
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