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Principal or Senior Principal Electronics Engineer

Northrop Grumman

On-site
Oklahoma City, OK
Full-time
Principal
Senior
5+ yrs
$93k–$184kPosted 2h ago

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Job description

Northrop Grumman is hiring a Principal or Senior Principal Electronics Engineer — a full-time, based in Oklahoma City, OK role ($93k–$184k). Apply directly on Northrop Grumman's careers page below.

Principal or Sr. Principal Engineer Electronics - Weapons SMT

Location: United States-Oklahoma-Oklahoma City, United States-Florida-Melbourne

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

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 sector is seeking a Principal or Sr. Principal Engineer Electronics - Weapons SMT. This onsite position can be performed in either Oklahoma City, OK or Melbourne, FL.

Essential Functions:

  • Performing and executing Statement of Work (SOW) as a Supplier/Subcontract Manger (SMT) Weapons Avionics Subsystem(s)

  • Responsibilities include the ability to manage the program requirements to ensure supplier compliance with program and AV design, test, document and Avionics Radar subsystems hardware requirements

  • Document designs using detailed schematics, diagrams, and specifications

  • Collaborate with Subcontract engineers and stakeholders to implement subsystem performance and environmental requirements.

  • Work with subcontractors to develop design solutions for obsolete hardware.

  • Travel up to 25%

This position may be filled at either the Principal OR Sr. Principal level, depending upon the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications:

  • Basic qualifications for a Principal Engineer include a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and at least 5 years of experience, a Master's Degree in STEM with 3 years of experience, or a PhD Degree with no experience.

  • Basic qualifications for a Sr. Principal Engineer include a Bachelor's in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and at least 8 years of experience, a Master's Degree in STEM with 6 years of experience, or a PhD Degree with 3 years of experience.

  • Experience designing, configuring, and installing avionics subsystems

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP). This SAP must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Active US Government Secret clearance

  • Active Special Program Access (SAP)

Primary Level Salary Range: $93,300.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $116,300.00 - $184,200.00

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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Frequently asked questions

What is the salary for Principal or Senior Principal Electronics Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

The estimated salary range for Principal or Senior Principal Electronics Engineer at Northrop Grumman is $93,000 - $184,000 USD per year.

What skills are required for Principal or Senior Principal Electronics Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

The required skills for Principal or Senior Principal Electronics Engineer at Northrop Grumman include: SAP.

What is the seniority level for Principal or Senior Principal Electronics Engineer at Northrop Grumman?

Principal or Senior Principal Electronics Engineer at Northrop Grumman is a Principal / Senior / Staff level position.

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