2026 Associate Electrical Engineering/ Electrical Engineering - Wallops VA

Employer description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems designs, builds and delivers space, defense and aviation-related systems to customers around the world. Our main products include launch vehicles and related propulsion systems; missile products, subsystems and defense electronics; precision weapons, armament systems and ammunition; satellites and associated space components and services; and advanced aerospace structures.

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is looking for an Associate Electrical Engineer or Electrical Engineer (Level 1 or Level 2) to join our team in Wallops Island, VA.  As an integral member of the Antares integration, test, and launch operations team, the Electrical Engineer will support various aspects of the assembly, integration, test, and launch of the Antares launch vehicle to deliver supplies and scientific equipment to the International Space Station. 

The Electrical Engineer may have the opportunity to support other Northrop Grumman Launch Vehicle Programs in Wallops Island and across the country contributing to the final assembly, integration, test and flight of various orbital and sub-orbital space launch vehicle systems.

Responsibilities:

Work in a fast-paced team environment performing launch vehicle avionics hardware & software system and subsystem level integration, test and launch operations.Coordinating and leading Electrical Technicians performing functions supporting activities such as integration, test, checkout, operation, and maintenance of complex electronic flight, ground testing and launching systemsHands-on electrical integration and test of flight hardware; operating and maintaining electronic or electro-mechanical components, circuits or systems;Reviewing, updating and maintaining test procedures utilized during manufacturing and launch pad operations for correctness and completeness against mission requirements, launch vehicle configuration, and component changes and modificationsSupports and leads the testing and/or evaluation/validation of electrical systemsCoordinating and performing testing with NASA, FAA, and Wallops Flight Facility Range and Safety personnelEstablishing and maintaining effective working relationships with launch vehicle Systems, Mechanical, Quality and Safety Teams.Troubleshooting, documenting and dispositioning flight and test equipment hardware and software discrepancies and pursuing root cause and corrective actions;Evaluating and implementing Lean solutions to decrease cycle times.Maintaining launch day schedule by performing other duties as necessary. 

Experience Requirements:

The candidate will possess a fundamental knowledge of and an understanding of the interrelationship of electronic hardware, electro-mechanical devices and control and data acquisition softwareHands-on electrical integration and testing experience with multiple sub-systems or components involving a broad range of engineering disciplines such as; analog, digital, power, RF and embedded systems is desirableFamiliarity with standard electrical test equipment (ex: voltmeter, benchtop power supply, etc.)Candidate must possess skills needed to interpret mission requirements, launch vehicle configuration, and component changes and modifications in order to update and maintain and perform test procedures. Ability to review test data to ensure that hardware has passed all required tests and is flight readyKnowledge and experience using test automation applications and data analysis tools, such as LabVIEW and MATLAB, is desirableExperience in the testing of space-flight instruments and/or spacecraft or related electronic and electro-mechanical components and systems is desirableDemonstrates real-world understanding of comparable systems based on professional career experience 

Basic Qualifications for Level 1:

Bachelor’s Degree (BS) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM fieldAble to work independently and complete assigned tasks without direct supervisionUS citizenship is requiredAbility to work in a fast-paced team environment and multi-taskStrong written and verbal communication skillsWilling to work overtime and 2nd shift operations on occasions, as requiredWilling to travel up to 10% (typically ~2 weeks at a time)
Basic Qualifications for  Level 2:

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related STEM fieldAble to work independently and complete assigned tasks without direct supervisionAble to take on responsibility for, and ownership of systems, duties and tasksUS citizenship is requiredAbility to work in a fast-paced team environment and multi-taskStrong written and verbal communication skillsWilling to work overtime and 2nd shift operations on occasions, as requiredWilling to travel up to 10% (typically ~2 weeks at a time)

Level 1: 69,300.00 - 103,900

Level 2: 83,400 - 125,200

Primary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00

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.