Sr. Principal Electromechanical Engineer (AHT)

Top Secret clearance required to start. Travel up to 10%. Relocation assistance is not available.

About the role

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Electromechanical Engineer to join our team in Aurora, Colorado. This role involves working on revolutionary systems with a focus on computer hardware design and integration, particularly understanding how changes in requirements impact hardware designs. The position will work with diverse electrical signals including power, RF, and fiber optics.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate on the design and integration of hardware systems, ensuring adherence to changing requirements and specifications.
• Create, review, and update drawings, support equipment moves, rack and stack equipment, and integrate computer equipment into a shelter for deployment.
• Participate in system-level testing and verification processes to ensure hardware meets all specified requirements and standards.
• Conduct troubleshooting and modifications on existing hardware designs to enhance performance and reliability.
• Utilize clear technical writing to document design alterations, prepare status reports, and develop design specifications and validation plans.
• Maintain a proactive attitude in meetings with cross-functional teams, demonstrating initiative and professionalism while engaging with colleagues and stakeholders.
• Occasional travel may be required to support field activities and hardware deployment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 8+ years of relevant experience, Master’s degree in a STEM field with 6+ years of relevant experience, OR PhD in a STEM field with 4+ years of relevant experience.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.
• Experience with hardware design and integration processes.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the impacts of requirement changes on hardware design.
• Familiarity with power, RF, and fiber electrical signal principles and applications.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with complex system architectures and hardware validation procedures.
• Knowledge of electronic components and their applications in communication systems.
• Previous experience in a fast-paced engineering environment with a focus on field support operations.
• Applied electrical, electronic, and mechanical principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results; construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components; and quality testing.
• Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems.
• Experience with agile programs.

Pay

Primary level salary range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00. The above salary range represents a general guideline; base salary offers consider the scope and responsibilities of the position, 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 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 and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.