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Los Angeles, CA
Secret Polygraph Unspecified
Career Level not specified
$156,400 - $234,600
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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 Defense Systems in Northridge, CA is currently seeking a Sr. Principal Engineer Signal Image Processing functioning as the primary Subject Matter Expert for Digital RF Processor (DRFP) subsystem for the ARGRM/ARGRM-ER Program while simultaneously serving as lead engineer supporting the ARH subsystem integration and test activities.
In this critical role, candidates expected to lead product redesign effort, to conduct product performance simulation, verification, validation. Experience with system architecture and design, sensor performance simulation and analysis are necessary as this position will require technical leadership and know-how in developing and transitioning concepts from Technology Development to Engineering Manufacturing Development (EMD) to Full Rate Production. Skills and experience in multi-discipline engineering, systems integration and test are preferred.
There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position.
Relocation assistance, while not guaranteed, may be available.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Northridge, CA.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Primary Level Salary Range: $156,400.00 - $234,600.00
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 REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
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 Defense Systems in Northridge, CA is currently seeking a Sr. Principal Engineer Signal Image Processing functioning as the primary Subject Matter Expert for Digital RF Processor (DRFP) subsystem for the ARGRM/ARGRM-ER Program while simultaneously serving as lead engineer supporting the ARH subsystem integration and test activities.
In this critical role, candidates expected to lead product redesign effort, to conduct product performance simulation, verification, validation. Experience with system architecture and design, sensor performance simulation and analysis are necessary as this position will require technical leadership and know-how in developing and transitioning concepts from Technology Development to Engineering Manufacturing Development (EMD) to Full Rate Production. Skills and experience in multi-discipline engineering, systems integration and test are preferred.
There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position.
Relocation assistance, while not guaranteed, may be available.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Northridge, CA.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serve as the SME for DRFP, mmW & ARH subsystem
- Act as the primary point of contact for the GEU subsystem, working closely with program management, supply chain management, and engineering functional management to align the technical execution and deliverables with overall business objectives.
- Provide clear technical direction to the cross-functional engineering team, ensuring development and production goals are met, risks are mitigated, and issues are driven to timely closure.
- Drive the definition, development, and allocation of requirements in support of design and manufacturability improvements and ensure the seamless integration of upgrades into production programs.
- Act as the technical authority to technical readiness reviews, engineering change orders and related technical data package revisions, root-cause and correction actions (RCCA), and continuous improvement activities.
- Coach and develop team by providing an environment that encourages ongoing professional growth.
Basic Qualifications:
- 8 Year with BS. 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD
- Prior experience as technical lead in research and development of Electronic Warfare, RADAR, Laser, or other RF-centric systems and subsystems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively with related disciplines and teams.
- Excellent problem-solving abilities with a track record of developing innovative solutions.
- US Citizen with an active U.S. Government DOD TOP Secret Clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD Degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or equivalent.
- Completed Technical Leadership Training program is a plus
- Experience in Algorithm development for missiles, radar or electronic warfare system or subsystem
- Profession in MATLAB, Python, software tools/
- Experience in transition from Technology Development to EMD, EMD to Limited Rate Production and product life-cycle engineering.
Primary Level Salary Range: $156,400.00 - $234,600.00
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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