Electrical Engineer Level 4

Employer description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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 - 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 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.

Summary

Seeking a Level 4 Electrical Engineer, who is practical, systems-focused, and cross-disciplinary, to support magnetic bearing system development with emphasis on requirements development, circuit modeling, schematic design, hardware integration, controls, EMI mitigation, and test/debug. EMFEA experience is desirable, but secondary.

Key Responsibilities

Translate system needs into electrical requirements, verification methods, and acceptance criteriaDevelop and use circuit models in PSpice, LTSpice, or similar toolsCreate and review schematics, select components, and account for failure modes and protectionsSupport integration of power electronics, controls, sensors, FPGA/I/O, and real-time test systemsIdentify and mitigate EMI issues through grounding, shielding, filtering, layout, and cable practicesEvaluate thermal impacts related to magnetic and power electronic hardwareSupport closed-loop control integration and understand effects on stability and bandwidthPerform hands-on test, troubleshooting, and debugging of hardware and softwareInterface with suppliers and review technical outputs as neededSupport EM-related reviews when applicable 

Required Qualifications

Bachelors of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) discipline with 8 years relevant experience; Masters of Science degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years relevant experience; PHD of Science degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years of experience.Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or equivalent scripting tools.Experience with requirements decomposition and electrical verificationExperience with circuit simulation and correlation to hardwareExperience with schematic development and power electronicsKnowledge of EMI mitigation and controls integrationStrong hardware test and debugging skillsStrong communication skillsUS Citizenship required.Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret security clearance. 

Desired Qualifications

HIL or real-time test experienceFamiliarity with FPGA integrationFamiliarity with thermal considerations for electrical hardwareExperience with Speedgoat or Simulink Real-TimeEMFEA experience with tools such as Ansys Maxwell or Altair Flux2D

Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the 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 as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.