Principal / Sr. Principal Test Systems Engineer (FA PCM931)

ok 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. Today's dynamic global security threats require solutions both big and small - solutions living within the Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC). Boasting state-of-the-art design capabilities, multiple processing nodes, electrical testing, environmental and QCI screening, and failure analysis, the NGMC is a leader in designing, fabricating, packaging, and delivering discriminating microelectronics to the military, aerospace, and commercial markets. For more than 70 years, we have been offering a wide range of trusted foundry and semiconductor services that deliver high performing and reliable microelectronics. Our wide breadth of technologies and capabilities allows us to provide our customers with unique "More than Moore" solutions.
One of our most challenging new fields is Microelectronics Design and Applications (MDA), which combines the unique properties of superconductivity and quantum mechanics to develop radical new energy-efficient computing systems. MDA is seeking a Principal/Sr. Principal Test Systems Engineer with demonstrated ability to lead development of new technologies to support our innovative MDA team in support of emerging supercomputing technologies.
Roles and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Support the installation, integration, and testing of Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and custom equipment used to further research efforts on superconducting microelectronic devices.

• Identify, troubleshoot, and remediate equipment issues to support system build-out and sell-off.

• Communicate project status to the Integration and Test (I&T) IPT Lead.

• Collaborate with research scientists and systems engineers to perform system architecture characterization studies on various system components.

• Design, develop, and implement testing methods for individual pieces of equipment (both custom and COTS) and entire systems.

• Compile data and help to define changes required in testing methodology, equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, and new testing requirements.
  This position requires full time work onsite at our Linthicum, MD OR Annapolis Junction, MD location.
  This position can be filled as a Principal Test Systems Engineer or Sr. Principal Test Systems Engineer.
  Basic Qualifications for Principal Test Systems Engineer*:*

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 0 years of experience.

• Working knowledge in one of the following languages: Matlab, Python, C, or C++.

• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to use basic hand tools.

• Ability to communicate effectively to team members both verbally and in writing.

• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.
  Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Test Systems Engineer*:*

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 3 years of experience.

• Working knowledge in one of the following languages: Matlab, Python, C, or C++.

• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.

• Ability to use basic hand tools.

• Ability to communicate effectively to team members both verbally and in writing.

• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.
  Preferred Qualifications for Principal Test Systems Engineer or Sr. Principal Test Systems Engineer:

• Active TS/SCI with poly security clearance.

• Bachelor' Degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field specializing in RF microwave engineering, RF test engineering, and/or RF systems engineering with 2 years of experience, or 0 years of experience with a Master' Degree.

• Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.

• Working knowledge of standard design components: filters, couplers, splitters, amplifiers, etc.

• Familiarity with cryogenic test systems: dilution Refrigeration, 4 Kelvin cryo-coolers, Adiabatic Demagnetization Refrigeration (ADR) and liquid helium emersion.
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  *Salary Range: *$102,400 - $160,900
  *Salary Range 2: *$127,000 - $199,600
  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.
  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 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 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.