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Northrop Grumman · 14 hours ago

Principal/ Sr. Principal Engineer Systems - R10215204

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level, Lead/Staff

$114K/yr - $171K/yr

5+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense company that offers opportunities to work on revolutionary systems impacting lives globally. They are seeking a highly motivated and experienced System Engineer to lead the development of RF waveform designs, requiring collaboration with cross-functional teams and rigorous testing to ensure performance and reliability.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Collaborate with cross-functional teams (including software, hardware, and test engineers) to define, capture, and refine system requirements for RF waveform projects

Model, simulate, and optimize RF waveforms using industry-standard tools to ensure peak performance in diverse environments

Develop robust test plans and verification procedures to validate waveform functionality and performance

Analyze system performance data and implement iterative improvements to meet evolving requirements

Document design specifications, test procedures, and performance results in clear and concise technical documentation

Provide technical guidance and support during all stages of development, from concept through production

Maintain awareness of emerging RF technologies and industry standards to continuously enhance system capabilities

Qualification

RF systems expertiseSimulationModeling toolsSystem integration experienceRequirements management softwareSoftware-defined radio (SDR)Digital signal processing (DSP)Technical documentation skillsProblem-solving skillsTeam collaborationCommunication skills

Required

Proven expertise in creating and refining technical requirements and system specifications

Strong proficiency in RF theory as well as experience with simulation and modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink, or equivalent)

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with software and test engineering teams to translate designs into deployable and verifiable solutions

Exceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze complex systems and propose timely, cost-effective solutions

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a strong aptitude for technical documentation and reporting

System analysis and/or integration and test experience

Strong work ethic and the ability to work in an integrated product team (IPT) environment

Working knowledge of requirements management software

Ability to obtain/maintain a DoD Secret Clearance

Bachelor of Science degree in STEM field with 5 years of experience; 3 years with a master's degree; 1 years with a Ph.D. for Principal Systems Engineer

Bachelor of Science degree in STEM field with 8 years of experience; 6 years with a master's degree; 4 years with a Ph.D. for Sr. Principal Systems Engineer

Preferred

Master's degree in electrical engineering or a related discipline

Prior experience in defense, aerospace, or telecommunications industries

Familiarity with advanced optimization techniques and tools for RF waveform development

Hands-on experience with software-defined radio (SDR) and digital signal processing (DSP) environments

Exposure to integrated system testing and validation

Experience with waveform development

High proficiency with tools required for communication system and network modeling and simulation

Background in communications theory and commercial and military wireless networking technologies

Development of communication waveform processing techniques and architectures in support of Northrop Grumman's advanced software defined multifunction mission systems

Model Based System Engineering experience, especially using Cameo

Experience developing and presenting technical documentation and briefings to the customer and organization leadership

Experience in one or more of the following sub-disciplines: System I&T, Mode Development, IPT Leadership/CAM, System Architecture, Modeling Simulation & Analysis, Risk & Opportunity Management

Active/Current DoD Secret Clearance

Ability to obtain DoD Special Program Access (SAP)