Principal RF Systems Engineer / Senior Principal RF Systems Engineer

Principal / Senior Principal Radio Frequency Systems EngineerAt 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.At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions.

In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours by expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.We are looking for you to join our team as a Principal / Senior Principal Radio Frequency Systems Engineer to join our organization. Our organization within Northrop Grumman Mission Systems offers the opportunity to join a team to solve problems in the field and drive new solutions into next generation systems across a wide variety of platforms and environments.

You will support the Systems Engineering Integration and Test (SEIT) team on multiple major development programs.This position is based out of Linthicum, MD and will be 100% on-site.This requisition may be filled as a Principal RF Systems Engineer or a Senior Principal RF Systems Engineer.What You'll get to Do:As the Principal / Senior Principal Radio Frequency Systems Engineer you will be primarily engaged in the development and fielding of systems for advanced dedicated and multi-function RF subsystems. You will work early in the system lifecycle by developing parametric representations, visualizations, and data-driven analyses to support sensor requirements definition and use case validation. Beyond the analysis and design phases, you will also be involved in integrating sensor modes and trackers, transitioning from digital simulation environments to sensor labs and our fleet of specially modified test aircraft. Throughout this process, you will engage with customers to balance their functional and performance requirements with other sensor functionalities, enabling true multi-function operation.Support for performance compliant design of algorithms on next generation multifunction RF sensorSupport for novel solutions amid implementation constraints such as system interfaces, real time digital resource management, hardware limitationsSupport for maturation and verification in digital simulation and hardware-in-the-loop environments, including authorship to test requirementsApply strong systems engineering knowledge to various projectsEngage in System Architecture and Concept Development to establish clear project frameworksConduct Candidate Technology Trade Studies to evaluate potential solutionsDevelop and derive requirements to ensure project specifications align with objectivesCollaborate on Algorithm Development for system functionality and efficiencyPerform Performance Analysis to assess system capabilities and effectivenessExecute Data Analysis to derive insights and inform decision-makingWork collaboratively with cross-disciplinary teams, including hardware, software, and firmware engineersEncourage innovation by identifying improvements and creatively solving problemsThis position is contingent upon contract award, the successful transfer of an active U.S Government Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.Basic Qualifications for a Principal RF Systems Engineer:Bachelor's degree with 5 years of experience, Master's degree with 3 years of experience or Ph.D. with 1 year of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degreeU.S Citizenship is requiredA current/active U.S.

Government Secret ClearanceAbility to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).Experience in RF applications, including developing and applying models in MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++Experience in tracking and algorithm developmentExperience in developing and implementing novel systemsExperience in RF applicationsBasic Qualifications for a Senior Principal RF Systems Engineer:Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, Master's degree with 6 years of experience or Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degreeU.S Citizenship is requiredA current/active U.S. Government Secret ClearanceAbility to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).Experience in RF applications, including developing and applying models in MATLAB, Python, and/or C/C++Experience in tracking and algorithm developmentExperience in developing and implementing novel systemsExperience in RF applicationsPreferred Qualifications:Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics or other related technical fieldsA current / active U.S Government Top Secret Clearance or higherFamiliarity with 1 or more RF sensing modalities and their applicationsExperience with digital signal processingNorthrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!