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$103,600 - $155,400
Unspecified
Engineering - Electrical
Buffalo, NY (On-Site/Office)
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer or Sr. Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer in the Amherst Systems business unit within the Navigation, Targeting, and Survivability division.
The RF Electronics Engineering organization located in Buffalo, NY researches, designs, builds, and tests a variety of electronic components and systems used in the development, test, validation, and training of Electronic Warfare hardware, software, and personnel to ensure the safety and success of the warfighter.
Roles & Responsibilities:
"This position may be filled as a Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer or Sr. Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer based on the qualifications listed below."
Basic Qualifications Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer:
Basic Qualifications Sr. Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer:
Preferred Qualifications:
Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00
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.
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) is seeking a Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer or Sr. Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer in the Amherst Systems business unit within the Navigation, Targeting, and Survivability division.
The RF Electronics Engineering organization located in Buffalo, NY researches, designs, builds, and tests a variety of electronic components and systems used in the development, test, validation, and training of Electronic Warfare hardware, software, and personnel to ensure the safety and success of the warfighter.
Roles & Responsibilities:
- Act as the RF Lead Engineer for large, complex programs.
- Run complex simulations using advanced software tools.
- Create complex RF schematics, SCDs, and block diagrams.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex RF engineering issues.
- Perform hands-on testing of RF systems and components.
- Continuously improve existing RF designs and develop new designs.
- Provide technical guidance to junior engineers as needed.
"This position may be filled as a Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer or Sr. Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer based on the qualifications listed below."
Basic Qualifications Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer:
- BS Degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 5 years related experience or a Master's Degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 3 years' experience.
- Knowledge on simulation tools such as ADS, HFSS and GENESYS.
- 4 years of experience in creating RF schematics, SCDs, and block diagrams.
- Knowledge of test equipment and troubleshooting techniques.
- US Citizenship
- Must be able to obtain a DOD Secret Security Clearance. Secret Clearance not required to start. Must be able to maintain this level of clearance for continued employment.
Basic Qualifications Sr. Principal RF/Microwave Design Engineer:
- BS Degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 8 years related experience or a Master's Degree in a STEM field and a minimum of 6 years' experience.
- Knowledge on simulation tools such as ADS, HFSS and GENESYS.
- 4 years of experience in creating RF schematics, SCDs, and block diagrams.
- Knowledge of test equipment and troubleshooting techniques.
- U.S. Citizenship
- Must be able to obtain a DOD Secret Security Clearance. Secret Clearance not required to start. Must be able to maintain this level of clearance for continued employment.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Active U.S. DOD Secret Clearance.
- Master's degree in engineering, Business Management, Engineering Leadership, or equivalent.
- Experience in surface mount RF design and multi-layer RF PWB design using striplines, coplanar waveguides, and microstrips.
- Experience designing transitions between transmission line and RF devices.
- Familiarity with analog designs including op amps and drivers for RF components.
- Familiarity with RF communication systems, components, and architectures.
Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00
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.
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