Sr. Principal Avionics Integration Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

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's Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Sr. Principal Avionics Integration Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in defining the future. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL.

The selected engineer will perform as a member of an interdisciplinary team on key efforts to develop novel integrated SW/HW integration and test approaches across NGAS programs. The successful engineer will contribute to the overall development of HW/SW subsystems, including developing functional architectures, analyzing performance, developing and managing requirements and interfaces, and verifying/validating all allocated requirements. You will design, develop, build, and test electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks in conjunction with key suppliers.

Will be responsible for one or more of the following:

• Support development and integration of HW/SW subsystems and components to meet platform mission objectives
• Develop integrated HW/SW integration and test approaches across NGAS programs.
• Requirements development, analysis, maturation and implementation, translating customer requirements into hardware and software specifications
• Performing functional and performance analyses
• Conducting detailed trade studies
• Performing risk analysis and developing mitigation plans and tracking to closure
• Technical management of program strategic partners and suppliers, including development, acquisition, acceptance, qualification, system integration and test support
• Lead and/or support technical discussions with the customer and having daily interaction with management, external personnel, customers, and various sub teams
• Perform analyses and estimate performance of components, subsystems and systems in accordance with governmental and commercial standards.
• Configure, test, document and troubleshoot avionics and mission systems
• Document designs using detailed schematics, diagrams and specifications
• Collaborate with engineers and program stakeholders to integrate avionics and mission subsystems to meet platform mission objectives
• Develop supplier documentation such as procurement specifications, and statements of work, and review artifacts from the supplier's development effort

Basic Qualifications:

Sr. Principal Avionics Integration Engineer (T04):

• Must have a Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university AND 8 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university AND 6 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering; or a Ph.D. AND 4 years of related professional/military experience in Engineering
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite). Final approved U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special Access may be required to start.
• Knowledge of electromagnetics in the RF spectrum (VHF through Ka bands)
• Experience designing, developing, integrating, and/or testing RF equipment for airborne platforms
• Knowledge of system engineering design methods, including requirements analysis and flow-down, specification derivation and interface control documentation
• Experience engaging directly with internal and external technical and programmatic representatives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated problem solving and troubleshooting skills
• Demonstrated ability to assimilate new concepts quickly and independently and work in a self-directed manner
• Experience designing, developing, integrating, and/or testing EW or Radar subsystems for airborne platforms
• Experience with RF antenna and component design and performance analysis
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work well in a close team environment
• Experience in model based systems engineering using Cameo or similar SysML tools
• Experience with generating and managing requirements in DOORs
• Experience in performance analysis using MATLAB and Excel or similar tools
• Familiarity with Atlassian collaboration tool set (Jira and Confluence)
• Experience in supplier/subcontract management
• Experience with developing supplier documentation, performance based specifications, and statements of work
• Understand NGAS Sector Engineering procedures
• Experience building supplier evaluation criteria and experience in conducting technical evaluations, documenting results and selection
• Ability to review documents from the supplier's development effort and support supplier technical interchange meetings and design review

Primary Level Salary Range: $118,600.00 - $178,000.00

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.