Associate Electronics Engineer - Satellite Systems

Northrop Grumman

3.2

Dulles, VA

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    Position summary

    Requisition ID: R10091637

    • Category: Engineering
    • Location: Dulles, VA, USA
    • Citizenship Required: United States Citizenship
    • Clearance Type: None
    • Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
    • Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
    • Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
    • Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

    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.

    The Northrop Grumman Space Sector is seeking an Associate Electronics Engineer in our Integration and Test facility located in Dulles, VA.

    Seeking a creative and energetic engineer to design, develop, and execute test procedures and automated test scripts using spacecraft commands, telemetry, and electrical ground support equipment. The ideal candidate has system level test experience working with spacecraft flight hardware and good computer skills. Daily responsibilities will require test preparation leading to direct contact with satellite and space flight hardware. Candidate must be able to tackle issues utilizing skills obtained in the field of electrical engineering, or a related discipline, preferably as it relates to system level integration and test of flight hardware. Required skills include the ability to communicate clearly, and to use critical thinking in troubleshooting of problems. The ability to use a scripting language and formulate automated test scripts is highly desirable. Domestic and international travel may be required to support launch campaigns. Shift and weekend work to support testing will be required periodically.

    Basic Qualifications:

    • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or other STEM discipline and less than 2 years of relevant engineering experience
    • U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret Security clearance
    • Excellent writing skills

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Active Top Secret clearance with SAP/SAR access highly desirable
    • Aerospace industry experience
    • Familiar with software: PERL, Python, C++, Linux, and Matlab

    Salary Range: $70,200 USD - $105,000 USD

    Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/ .

    Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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    About the company

    Industry: Defense & Space

    Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, ...

    Why you should apply for a job to Northrop Grumman:

  • 93% say the CEO supports gender diversity

  • Ratings are based on anonymous reviews by Fairygodboss members.
  • Back-up Care Advantage offers employees a safety net for those days when regular care arrangements fall through.

  • Sitter City offers access to babysitters, dog walkers & caregivers who can assist with special needs, companion care, housekeeping & more.

  • We’ve partnered with College Coach, an organization that can assist employees and their families through important educational challenges.