RF Test Engineer/ Principal RF Test Engineer- 2nd Shift

Relocation assistance is not available. A Secret-level security clearance is required to start. Travel is expected (10% of the time).

About the role

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Manufacturing Operations Test Engineering Team in Baltimore, MD seeks an RF Test and Development Engineer or Principal RF Test and Development Engineer. This role is ideal for self-motivated, proactive individuals who want to assume ownership of the performance and delivery of Northrop Grumman's diverse suite of RF and digital product hardware. Engineers work in a high-exposure, fast-paced, and exciting environment involving hands-on technical challenges, problem-solving, and inter-department collaborations.

We are seeking RF and digital-savvy individuals passionate about monitoring and supporting product technical performance and maintaining product delivery schedules. The RF Test and Development Engineer will support the development, integration, and testing of production hardware, including hands-on testing, troubleshooting, failure trend analysis, root cause/corrective actions, and program meeting participation to report yields, problems, and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement testing methods and equipment
• Troubleshoot and support RF and digital hardware
• Support First Time Through Test Yield (FTTTY) and hardware deliveries
• Analyze test data and identify early trends
• Compile data and define changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements
• Collaborate with design engineering to develop and implement hardware improvements and solutions
• Support technicians through troubleshooting and training
• Monitor product yields and aggressively work to maintain program yield targets
• Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions
• Attend program meetings to report yield issues, yield detractor investigation findings, and corrective actions
• Interface with manufacturing management, test technicians, production engineers, design engineers, system engineers, program management, and program support teams

Requirements

• Working knowledge of RF theory and concepts
• Working knowledge of digital circuit design
• Analytical skills to review requirements, test plans, and test scenarios
• Ability to effectively communicate across teams
• Self-directed, organized, team-oriented, and experience with MS Office tools
• DoD Secret-level security clearance (required for this position)
• U.S. citizenship

Qualifications

RF Test and Development Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
• 2+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 0 years of experience
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams
• Experience with RF hardware and software
• Experience with RF test equipment such as oscilloscope, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator

Principal RF Test and Development Engineer

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field
• 5+ years of relevant experience; or a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field plus 3+ years of relevant experience
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, schematics, and block diagrams
• Experience with RF hardware and software
• Experience with RF test equipment such as oscilloscope, power meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator

Skills

• Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance
• Experience with FPGA
• Experience with LabWindows CVI, C/C++ programming
• TestStand programming
• Hands-on troubleshooting of electrical/electro-mechanical hardware
• Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory, and high-speed digital
• Familiarity with differential digital interfaces like LVDS
• PXI/PXIe and VME bus experience

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plan
• Savings plan
• Paid time off
• Education assistance
• Training and development
• 9/80 work schedule (where available)

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 – $131,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $108,800.00 – $163,200.00

The above salary ranges represent general guidelines. Northrop Grumman considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's experience, education, skills, and current market conditions when determining base salary offers. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.