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Space RADAR Data Processing - Principal/Sr Principal Engineer Systems
United States-Maryland-Linthicum
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On-site
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Full-time
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1mo ago
Required skills
Jira
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: No
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 Space Systems in Linthicum, MD is seeking a Systems Engineer to develop, enhance, and implement new RADAR data processing algorithms into the existing MATLAB® model, called "System Bench", of our Space Radar Data Processing Element (DPE) for our development, production, and on-orbit Space Radar Payload programs.
As a member of the System Bench (MATLAB Radar Processing) team, you will be responsible for the development, enhancement, and implementation of algorithms for RADAR data processing and exploitation for new RADAR modes and capabilities for Space applications.
This position is on-site in a classified program area in Linthicum, Maryland.
This position can be staffed at a Principal or Sr. Principal level based on the Basic Qualifications below.
Basic Qualifications:
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Principal Engineer: BS in STEM with 5 years relevant experience or 3 years with MS
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Sr Principal Engineer: BS in STEM with 8 years relevant experience or 6 years with MS
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RF (Radio Frequency) Signal Processing, ideally for RADAR, but for SIGINT, EW and/or COMMS is acceptable
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MATLAB programming experience
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Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Experience with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)
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Experience with RADAR signal processing in MATLAB
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Experience integrating and testing RADAR modes
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BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Math
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Active SCI access/approval
Primary Level Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00
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.
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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman
PublicNorthrop Grumman Corporation, headquartered in West Falls Church, Virginia, is an American aerospace and defense company that designs and manufactures systems for aeronautics, defense, missions, and space. The company is the 5th largest contractor of the U.S.
10,001+
Employees
Falls Church
Headquarters
$64B
Valuation
Reviews
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Work-life balance
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Compensation
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Good work-life balance and flexibility
Meaningful work
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