Engineer Electronics

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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 Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as an_ **_Electrical Engineer, T2_** _, based out of_ **_Rolling Meadows, IL_** _._

_Our team works with pride across business units, functional groups, and customers toward a common goal: To protect our troops. Our work is unique, challenging, and rewarding, but most of all, it is work that makes a difference._

_The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Manufacturing Engineering team, where they will work on the Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) suite of products as a Test Engineer._

**_What You’ll get to Do_** **_:_**

_Researches, designs, develops, tests, and identifies improvements / corrective actions for a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including Lasers, Laser Transmitters, Ultraviolet sensors, Infrared sensors, system Processors along with an assortment of test equipment and associated systems._

+ _Troubleshooting production hardware to determine the root cause of failures and identify corrective actions_

+ _Support production floor and test technicians_

+ _Lead/support non-recurring (NRE) projects_

+ _Optimizing processes to reduce costs and increase throughput_

+ _Maintaining processes and procedures in accordance with ISO standards_

+ _Working with suppliers to resolve technical hardware issues_

+ _Creating and analyzing metrics/data analysis_

+ _Hardware integration and test_

+ _Create engineering documentation (change notices, parts lists, bills of materials, test reports, test procedures)_

+ _Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills_

+ _Proficient in MS Office_

**_Basic Qualifications_** **_Electrical Engineer, T2_** **_:_**

+ _Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Engineering Technology_ _with a minimum of 2 years relevant experience; or Master of Science (MS) degree in an equivalent field._

+ _Experience with troubleshooting electronic hardware - basic RF or Digital troubleshooting._

+ _Working knowledge of test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, power supplies, network analyzers, etc._

+ _The ability to obtain a Secret Clearance_

+ _U.S. Citizen_

**_Preferred Qualifications Electrical Engineer, T2_** **_:_**

+ _Experience with lasers and optics_

+ _Experience with Data analysis and root cause / corrective actions_

+ _Experience in troubleshooting test stations_

+ _Experience in troubleshooting manufacturing unit hardware_

+ _Experience in coding to create scripts/automation_

+ _Experience in Python / C# is a plus._

**_What We Can Offer You_** _:_

_Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family._

_Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, and Additional Benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!_

Primary Level Salary Range: $87,600.00 - $131,400.00

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.