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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 Aeronautics Systems is looking to add an Electronics Engineer – Subsystems OR Principal Electronics Engineer - Subsystems to our team in Rancho Bernardo, CA. This position will be in our Avionics Integration Organization.

The selected candidate will be responsible for the installation, integration, and troubleshooting of aviation-related subsystems, component sub-systems, Sensor Management Units, and Data Recorders.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Support system integration, test development, and execution of various types of complex avionics systems
Create and develop documentation for system requirements and interfaces, including system engineering drawings and diagrams
Troubleshoot systems to resolve complex issues
Interact and coordinate with responsible subsystems engineers responsible for sustaining subsystems
Serve as an interface between the Operations & Test organization and the engineers
Ensure subsystem(s) performance meets specified levels
Proactively maintain overall system performance of deployed subsystems
Perform troubleshooting, document issues, and coordinate field replacements/upgrades of subsystems
Contribute to improvement of processes, design, and future sustainment efforts
Actively participate in Program Risk and Opportunity Management

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. Once established in role, the position could potentially offer a hybrid work environment. Scheduled telework days are approved at manager's discretion.

This position requires the ability to travel within state up to 75% of the time.

This position can be filled at either the Electronics Engineer - Subsystems level or the Principal Electronics Engineer - Subsystems level, depending upon the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications for Electronics Engineer - Subsystems:

Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience.
Experience with RedHat and VxWorks
Active DoD Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/SAR).

Basic Qualifications for Principal Electronics Engineer - Subsystems:

Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a relevant STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a relevant STEM degree and 1 year of related engineering experience.
Experience with RedHat and VxWorks
Active DoD Secret (or higher) clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/SAR).

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

Experience with production, electrical chassis assembly, and circuit card assemblies
Experience with Supplier Management

Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

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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Electronics Engineer OR Principal Electronics Engineer - Subsystems (75% travel)

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