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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.Our Space Systems Division Integration and Test group is seeking an Associate Engineer Electrical (Level 1) to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals in Gilbert, AZ. You will have the opportunity to design, develop, and execute test procedures and automated test scripts using spacecraft commands, telemetry, and electrical ground support equipment. The ideal candidate has system level test experience working with spacecraft flight hardware and good computer skills. Daily responsibilities will require test preparation leading to direct contact with satellite and space flight hardware. Candidate must be able to tackle issues utilizing skills obtained in the field of electrical engineering, or a related discipline, preferably as it relates to system level integration and test. Required skills include the ability to communicate clearly, and to use critical thinking in troubleshoot of problems. The ability to use scripting language and formulate automated test scripts is highly desirable. International travel to support launch campaigns may be required. Shift and weekend work to support testing will be required periodically.\nNorthrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking anElectrical Engineer - Level 1 to join our team in Gilbert, AZ. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.\nThis position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.\nJob responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:\nGeneral frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques\nDemonstrates the skill and ability to perform moderately complex professional tasks\nUnderstands NG test engineering practices and principles\nUnderstands both electrical circuits and software within the flight hardware and EGSE\nSupports EGSE and flight hardware test/troubleshooting efforts and ability to perform this task with little to no oversight from another Electrical Engineer\nAble to work independently to complete tasks and know when to ask for help.\nFully grasps escalation plan when test errors are encountered and understands when to proceed per NG/program process. Participates in anomaly resolution process while offering technical solutions for FRB approval.\nTravel and support different shifts when required\nWorks under general supervision\nProvides solutions to a variety of technical problems of increasing scope and complexity as assigned\nFollows established procedures\nHas technical insight and experience to know if test set-up and results make sense\nContributes to the completion of milestones associated with specific projects\nAbility to establish and maintain infrequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts on routine matters.\nCoordinates with ITEE team lead, electrical technicians, and I&T managers to complete tasking. May participate, prepare, and present material in program review boards (PDRs, CDRs, TRRs, FRBs, etc).\nOther duties as assigned\nBasic Qualifications:\nBachelor’s degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering (or STEM equivalent) with 0 years of professional experience.\nMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite), SCI access, and complete a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination prior to start\nDemonstrate ability to listen effectively, take direction, and possess initiative to accomplish assigned tasks and complete work in a timely fashion\nDemonstrate ability to learn and integrate new programming languages based off previous experience\nPreferred Qualifications:\nActive DoD TS/SCI or higher security clearance with investigation in the last five (5) years\nExperience with any of the following Microsoft Visio, National Instruments LabView, Confluence, JIRA, Bitbucket\nExperience with hardware or software testing and test scripting\nExperience in Electronics troubleshooting, RF test configuration testing, Environments testing (Vibration Analysis/Thermal Vacuum chamber testing)\nExperience in Automated Test Equipment usage and troubleshooting\nProgramming experience with any of the following languages: Python, C, C++\nExperience in Aerospace or Defense industry (development or test) Researches, designs, develops, and tests a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including radar and radiation detection equipment; radio, television and other communications equipment and systems; circuitry components; analog and digital computers; and control and test equipment.\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $65,800.00 - $98,800.00The 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. 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