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A leading global security company, Northrop Grumman provides innovative products and solutions in autonomous systems, cyber security, and complex logistics to government and commercial clients.

Size: 10000+ employees
Industry: Engineering, Manufacturing, Technology

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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 Defensive Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer to help our Electronic Warfare programs stay on the cutting edge of rapidly evolving electronic support and countermeasures technologies. In this role, you will play a critical part in the research, analysis, and development of novel, advanced Electronic Countermeasure (ECM) capabilities in direct support of the warfighter.. This position is located in Warner Robins, GA.
Roles and responsibilities will include:

• Perform threat Radar system research and analysis to identify vulnerabilities and weaknesses.

• Design, develop, and test ECM waveforms that exploit vulnerabilities and weaknesses.

• Collaborate with other ECM experts to identify novel ECM approaches and methods.

• Provide laboratory support for ECM testing and system integration at local customer facilities.

• Support planning, assist in coordination, and participate in customer scheduled test events.

• Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness of test program.

• Develop and publish detailed test plans, test schedules, and test procedures.

• Support test readiness reviews, and pre/post-test briefings.

*Basic Qualifications: *

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) or equivalent STEM related degree

• A minimum of 5 years of applicable experience with a B.S. or 3 years with a M.S.

• Active Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance is required

• Experience with radar waveforms, Electronic Warfare (EW) systems and/or Electronic Countermeasures (ECM)

• Experience with analysis, testing and/or integration of complex SW/HW systems

• Experience with software development

*Preferred Qualifications: *

• Experience with Threat Description Language (TDL)

• Experience with ECM technique development

• Experience with Field Gate Programmable Arrays (FPGAs), Digital Receivers, Radar signal processing, and/or Digital Radio Frequency Memory (DRFMs)

• Experience with deriving system/software requirements and developing test plans and procedures.

• Experience running RF lab test equipment, including signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and EW specific analysis tools

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• Experience with EW software, systems and testing Software experience in Ada, C-type and/or assembly languagesWRENG2526Primary Level Salary Range: $95,300.00 - $142,900.00The 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.

Client-provided location(s): Warner Robins, GA

Job ID: Northrop Grumman-R10209863

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-10-03T20:17:47
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Perks and Benefits

Health and Wellness

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• HSA
• HSA With Employer Contribution
• On-Site Gym
• Pet Insurance
• Mental Health Benefits
• Virtual Fitness Classes

Parental Benefits

• Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
• Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
• Fertility Benefits
• Adoption Assistance Program
• Family Support Resources
• Adoption Leave

Work Flexibility

• Flexible Work Hours
• Remote Work Opportunities
• Hybrid Work Opportunities
• Four-Day Work Week

Office Life and Perks

• Commuter Benefits Program
• Company Outings
• On-Site Cafeteria
• Holiday Events

Vacation and Time Off

• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Sabbatical
• Leave of Absence

Financial and Retirement

• 401(K)
• 401(K) With Company Matching
• Performance Bonus
• Relocation Assistance
• Financial Counseling
• Profit Sharing

Professional Development

• Tuition Reimbursement
• Promote From Within
• Mentor Program
• Shadowing Opportunities
• Access to Online Courses
• Lunch and Learns
• Internship Program
• Leadership Training Program
• Associate or Rotational Training Program

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