Staff Systems Engineer - EW Analyst

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 has an opening for a Staff Electronic Warfare (EW) Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals at our Linthicum/Baltimore, MD campus. Talented candidates with backgrounds in Systems, Electrical, Computer, Mechanical or Radar Engineering as well as Physics, Mathematics, and other related STEM fields are highly encouraged to apply! Our team is composed of various disciplinary backgrounds driving innovation. This position requires up to 100% on-site work. As the lead developer of RF sensors for some of the most advanced systems in the U.S. arsenal, Northrop Grumman is a world leader in advanced sensor systems and design. These include radars for air dominance platforms (such as the F-22, F-35 Joint Strike Fighter, F-16), bomber and strike programs (such as B-1B), airborne / maritime / ground-based surveillance missions (E-3 AWACS, E-7 MESA, TPS-80 G/ATOR, SEWIP Block 3 and UAV systems such as Global Hawk), as well as restricted programs and missions. We offer the opportunity to join a team to solve problems in the field and drive new solutions into next generation radar systems and air superiority platforms. Northrop Grumman’s Airborne Multifunction Systems (AMS) organization has a need for an Electronic Warfare (EW) data analyst supporting the integration and verification of the most advanced EW system ever deployed on a Naval platform. Daily activities may consist of analysis of test data, development of data analysis tools, mentoring of junior engineers, and the presentation of analysis results. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to troubleshoot and analyze the performance of highly visible system capabilities alongside a team of talented EW engineers. Northrop Grumman prioritizes mentoring and growth for our engineering team. This position offers exciting near-term challenges as well as long-term development through Northrop Grumman’s technical career paths. This position requires up to 100% on-site work in the Linthicum/Baltimore, Maryland campus and an active Secret clearance. The selected Staff EW Engineer will support the Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) as an individual contributor/task lead on the RF Analysis (RFA) team. This role is responsible for developing data analysis products that directly support the SEWIP integration and test program on behalf of the Navy. Functions include diving into test data intricacies, developing data analysis tools, mentoring junior engineers, and presenting analysis results to senior leaders and customers. The candidate should thrive in a fast-paced environment with diverse assignments and collaborative settings. The role requires advanced technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, discretion, and the ability to impact technological development and act as a liaison. Basic qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in STEM with 10 years experience or higher degrees with less experience, experience with Digital Signal Processing, 6+ years in Electronic Warfare or Radar systems including data analysis, MATLAB coding skills, leadership experience, troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work onsite. US Citizenship and Secret clearance are required. Preferred qualifications include experience analyzing EW test data and the EW kill chain, and knowledge of Python and/or C++. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and a 9/80 work schedule. The salary range is $163,200.00 - $244,800.00 with potential bonuses and other benefits. The application period is estimated at 20 days from posting but may vary.