Hybrid Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Software Integration OR Principal Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Software Integration at NGC

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Description

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 Aeronautics Systems is looking to add an Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Software Integration OR a Principal Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Software Integration to our team in Rancho Bernardo, CA. This position will be in our Avionics Integration Organization.

This candidate will be responsible for Hardware Integration, Computer Off the Shelf (COTS) Software Integration, and Engineering Documentation.

Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Datacenter hardware integration, documentation, drawings, and software deployment.
• Physically construct rack-based datacenter systems with a focus on safety, quality, and ease of repair
• Interpret, markup/redline, and audit released engineering drawings.
• Install system interconnect cabling for communications, audio, networking, and serial interfaces.
• Configure IT hardware such as switches, Keyboard Video Mouse (KVM)/PCOIP devices, and develop or markup system build guides and procedures.
• Configure operating systems such as Windows, Solaris, VMware, and ESXi.
• Perform integrated logistics support (ILS) and inventory tracking for inbound and outbound hardware.
• Participate in offsite system integration activities
• Implement engineering changes to the system as required.
• Work closely with other engineers and technicians in a lab & production environment.
• Employ good planning, coordination, communication, and documentation skills

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment and embrace collaborative/team settings across all levels.

The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility.  There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. This position requires the ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

This position can be filled at the Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Software Integration OR the Principal Electronics Engineer – Hardware/Software Integration level, depending upon the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications for Electronics Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience.
• Active CompTIA Security+ Certification (or other DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification)
• Mechanical assembly skills for building IT racks and training equipment
• Experience in hardware or software integration
• Ability to lift up to 50+ pounds to support equipment installations
• Experience performing software upgrades
• Experience troubleshooting Windows/Unix/Linux Operating systems
• Experience with VMware deployment & troubleshooting
• Active in-Scope, DoD Top Secret clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Electronics Engineer:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline with 0 years of related engineering experience.
• Active CompTIA Security+ Certification (or other DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification)
• Mechanical assembly skills for building IT racks and training equipment
• Experience in hardware or software integration
• Ability to lift up to 50+ pounds to support equipment installations
• Experience performing software upgrades
• Experience troubleshooting Windows/Unix/Linux Operating systems
• Experience with VMware deployment & troubleshooting
• Active in-Scope, DoD Top Secret clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

• Current Special Program Access
• Familiarity with JIRA or other issue tracking system
• Experience in one or more of the following: Windows, Solaris, VMware, ESXI, networking, or storage
• Experience with Compunetix systems

Salary Range: $89,400.00 - $134,200.00Salary Range 2: $110,300.00 - $165,500.00

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. Apply Now