Principal or Sr. Principal RF Electronics Engineer

Requisition ID: R10174663

• Category: Engineering

• Location: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Top Secret

• 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

• Positions Available: 1

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. 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.

Join Northrop Grumman – Cincinnati (aka Xetron), part of the Mission Systems sector, focused on the development of new capabilities for our military and intelligence customers around the globe. This unique relationship offers employees the ability to know everyone at the site while working on technologies and products that are beyond state-of-the-art.

We are seeking a cleared or clearable RF Electronics Engineer as a key contributor to the successful completion of projects. Professionals who want to solve the puzzles that make a difference to our nation’s security.

Essential Functions:

• Design and build custom RF and electronics hardware

• Research, design, develop, and test a variety of RF circuits including amplifiers, filters, mixers, up and down converters, and modulators/demodulators.

• Work with cross-functional team members to develop these circuits into final products and ensure program success

• Analyze RF system performance

• Help guide and determine technical direction of programs using advanced technical principles, theories, and concepts.

• Perform with no oversight needed to complete assignments.

• Handle complex technical issues and resolve them in new and innovative ways.

• Act as an advisor to other engineers on advanced technical research studies and applications.

• Be proficient with the setup and use of RF test equipment.

This role can be filled at the Principal or Sr. Principal level.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Engineer:

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 5 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience OR a PhD in Electrical Engineering and 0 years of relevant experience

• Proficient with simulation tools such as ADS, HFSS, Spice, and MATLAB

• Basic knowledge of Digital and RF circuit design

• US Citizenship required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance required (NG will sponsor)

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Engineer:

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and 8 years of relevant experience OR a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering and 6 years of relevant experience OR a PhD in Electrical Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience

• Proficient with simulation tools such as ADS, HFSS, Spice, and MATLAB

• Basic knowledge of Digital and RF circuit design

• US Citizenship required

• Active Top Secret security clearance required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance

• Experience with schematic and layout tools

• Design experience in the Space domain

• Experience designing circuitry for microwave frequencies

• Understanding of communication principles as well as sensor design methodologies

• Ability to design filters and match impedance

Salary Range: $97,500 - $146,300

Salary Range 2: $121,000 - $181,400

Northrop Grumman offers competitive benefits including 401k matching!

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.