Principal/Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes 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. This Principal/Sr. Principal Electronics Engineer position requires a blend of Hardware and Software skills, experience with DC, Analog, Digital or RF test & measurement equipment, and a hands-on approach to troubleshooting complex electronic systems. Roles and Responsibilities include: • Understanding design to cost, scope, and schedule • Requirements definition • Design of flexible Hardware & Software test solutions together with a team of experts • Manufacturing support during the hardware build process • Integration of Hardware & Software into a functioning system • Certification with the Quality organization • System deployment and factory support • Software maintenance and / or Hardware refresh initiatives These roles are contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance. These roles are contingent upon Program Award The roles may be filled at either the T3 or T4 level per the qualifications below. Basic Qualifications Principal Electronics Engineer: You must satisfy one of the following education/experience criteria to be considered for this position: • Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 5 years’ experience, Master's degree in STEM with 3 years’ experience, Ph.D. degree in STEM with 0 years’ experience. An additional 4 years’ experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable. • United States Citizenship. • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. • The ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics and block diagrams • Mix of hardware and software skills • Experience in text-based programming (e.g. C /C++) • Background and working knowledge in RF, digital or power theory and concepts • Experience with test & measurement equipment Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Engineer: You must satisfy one of the following education/experience criteria to be considered for this position: • Bachelor’s degree in STEM with 8 years’ experience, Master's degree in STEM with 6 years’ experience, Ph.D. degree in STEM with 3 years’ experience. An additional 4 years’ experience in lieu of a degree is acceptable. • United States Citizenship. • Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. • The ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics and block diagrams • Mix of hardware and software skills • Experience in text-based programming (e.g. C /C++) • Background and working knowledge in RF, digital or power theory and concepts • Experience with test & measurement equipment Preferred Qualifications: • Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline • Test design and integration background • Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance • Experience with LabWindows CVI, C / C++ programming • Experience with schematic design tools (e.g. Mentor Graphics, Zuken, etc.) • Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test