Physicist - Level 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: No

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's Space Sector is seeking a Physicist - Level 4 to join our team in Chandler, AZ.

The Physicist supports program analyses and testing of Ionizing radiation effects on electronics systems. Examples include x-ray and/or electromagnetic radiation. Will utilize computational tools for modeling and predicting the effects. May also support technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for analyzed systems.

Essential Functions/Key Responsibilities

• Conducts research into phases of atomic and molecular, nuclear, solid state, thermal, and other physical phenomena. Develops theories and laws based on observed results of experiments and predicts phenomena based on theoretical considerations in areas of application such as acoustics, electricity and magnetism, electronics, heat, light, mechanics, radiation, optics, and lasers.
• Working to identify susceptible piece-parts in a given system to varying ionizing radiation effects (total ionizing dose, prompt dose-rate, neutron degradation damage, and single event effects from protons, heavy-ions, and neutrons) based on part type (e.g. microprocessor, capacitor, etc) and part technology (e.g. CMOS, bipolar, etc).
• Perform test/response data research on identified susceptible piece-parts or parts of similar type/technology to determine where testing is or is not needed given a program's specific radiation requirements.
• Identify susceptible piece-parts in a given system to varying ionizing radiation effects (total ionizing dose, prompt dose-rate, neutron degradation damage, and single event effects from protons, heavy-ions, and neutrons) based on part type (e.g. microprocessor, capacitor, etc) and part technology (e.g. CMOS, bipolar, etc). Should be familiar with device fabrication processes, technologies, and susceptibilities associated with said ionizing radiation forms.
• Perform ionizing radiation testing on electronic piece parts using flash x-ray, cyclotrons, linear accelerators (LINAC), Co-60 and neutron sources. Design and/or develop test fixtures for individual device testing. Perform device characterization in-situ or on specialized device test fixturing.
• Ability to prepare test plans and procedures for EEE parts testing in ionizing radiation environments (candidates preferentially sought for dose rate, SEE and neutron environments, with secondary for total dose environments).
• Design and/or develop test fixtures and software for individual device testing. Perform device characterization in-situ or on specialized device test fixturing.
• Perform transport analysis of ionizing radiation (including x-ray, proton, neutron, heavy ion) through materials to determine transported radiation environment/spectra; experience with NOVICE, MCNP/Atilla, SRIM/TRIM and THTk is preferred.
• Perform device and system calculations on expected upset rates given device SEE characteristics (Weibull, Bendel, step function) and trajectory or orbit parameters; experience with CREME96, OMERE, and SIRE2 is preferred.
• Perform data analysis (including statistical analysis) and part level SEECA (single event effects criticality analysis).

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with 8 years experience, Masters with 6 years
• U.S. citizenship
• Ability to obtain and maintain required security clearance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to work collaboratively in team environments.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preferred advanced degree (MS minimum) in physics, electrical engineering, material science, or mechanical engineering.
• Active Secret Security clearance or Top Secret is highly preferred
• High dose rate (radiation) analysis and test (MIL-STD-883)
• Computational FTDT methods
• Electromagnetic testing (MIL-STD-464/MIL-STD-461)
• Familiarity with nuclear weapon effects
• Experience in testing/analysis of natural space radiation environment (TID; MIL-STD-883, SEE; JESD57/ASTM F1192)
• EEE part selection for aerospace systems
• X-ray/gamma/beta/ion transport analysis

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

We work a 9/80 schedule (9 hours per day Mon-Thurs, 8 hours every other Friday with the alternate Friday off)

Primary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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.