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Space RADAR Data Processing - Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Systems (AHT)

Northrop Grumman · Linthicum Heights, MD · 1 wk ago
On-siteInformation Technology$105k–$158k/yrFull-time

Relocation assistance may be available. Top Secret clearance required for start. U.S. Citizenship is required.

About the role

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is a strategic partner specializing in delivering intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance solutions for classified and unclassified missions in space. As part of Eastern Region Systems Engineering, Integration and Test (ER-SEIT), you will experience the entire space design lifecycle, from sensors to payloads to full spacecraft, supporting Class A to Class D missions. This includes early mission and concept design through on-orbit operational support.

This position is on-site in a classified program area in Linthicum, Maryland, and can be staffed at a Principal or Sr. Principal level based on qualifications.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, enhance, and implement new RADAR data processing algorithms into the existing MATLAB® model, called "System Bench," of our Space Radar Data Processing Element (DPE) for development, production, and on-orbit Space Radar Payload programs.
  • Develop, enhance, and implement algorithms for RADAR data processing and exploitation for new RADAR modes and capabilities for space applications.

Requirements

  • BS in STEM (Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Math preferred).
  • Principal Engineer: 5 years of relevant experience (or 3 years with a Master's degree).
  • Sr. Principal Engineer: 8 years of relevant experience (or 6 years with a Master's degree).
  • RF (Radio Frequency) Signal Processing experience, ideally for RADAR, but SIGINT, EW, and/or COMMS are acceptable.
  • MATLAB programming experience.
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket).
  • Experience with RADAR signal processing in MATLAB.
  • Experience integrating and testing RADAR modes.
  • Active SCI access/approval.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 – $158,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 – $196,700.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline. 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.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan.
  • Company-paid holidays.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

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