Northrop Grumman

PrincipalElectronicsEngineerSubsystems

$114–171k Rancho Bernardo, California, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Principal Electronics Engineer - Subsystems at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Electronics Engineering, Avionics Systems, Subsystem Integration. Support system integration. Support test development”

What You'll Achieve.

Subsystem performance meets specified levels

Industry & Context.

Problems you'll solve

Troubleshoot complex issues

Eligibility Requirements

Relocation assistance available, Clearance required for start, Travel 25% of the time, Work full-time on-site, Ability to obtain SAP/SAR

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor's Degree in STEM, 5 years of related engineering, Master's degree in STEM, 3 years of related engineering, PhD in STEM, 1 year of related engineering, Experience with RedHat, Experience with VxWorks, Active DoD Secret clearance, Background investigation within past 6 years, Enrolled into Continuous Evaluation, Ability to obtain SAP/SAR

Nice to Have

Experience with production, Electrical chassis assembly experience, Circuit card assemblies experience, Experience with Supplier Management

What You'll Do.

Support system integration

Support test development

Support execution of avionics systems

Create documentation for system requirements

Develop documentation for interfaces

Troubleshoot systems to resolve issues

Interact with subsystem engineers

Coordinate with subsystem engineers

Serve as interface between Operations & Test

Serve as interface between engineers

Ensure subsystem performance meets levels

Maintain system performance of subsystems

Perform troubleshooting

Coordinate field replacements

Coordinate field upgrades

Contribute to process improvement

Contribute to design improvement

Contribute to future sustainment

Participate in Program Risk Management

Participate in Opportunity Management

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Operations & Test organization; Responsible subsystems engineers

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