Engineer RF Microwave Subsystem I&T
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 2, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 30, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores B on the Alion truth index.
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 a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
We are looking for you to join our team as an RF Subsystem Integration and Test Engineer based out of Baltimore (Linthicum), MD. This is full time onsite position that offers the 9/80 Schedule.
What You’ll Get to Do:
The Airborne Multifunction Sensors (AMS) Engineering & Sciences organization is seeking RF Subsystem Integration and Test engineers in the following areas: Antenna hardware testing, Electromagnetics, Computational Electromagnetics, RF/Microwave test, design and analysis.
Engineers have the ability to develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Work is performed exercising considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignments.
Roles and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Development of antenna test equipment understanding for factory phased array testing
- Integrating new equipment and programs in a state-of-the-art facility
- Software development for automating test processes and data analysis
- Troubleshooting RF issues during test of advanced antenna systems
- Supporting technicians with troubleshooting and training
- Analyzing test data and identify early trends
- Supporting the team lead in developing root cause and corrective actions
- Collaborating with design engineering for hardware and test improvements
- Subsystem analysis including hardware from RF to digits
- Supporting performance testing, requirements verification, and more.
Demonstrated technical ability or working knowledge in one or more of the following areas will be integral to success:
- Subsystems integration and test which includes antenna and phased array.
- Antenna range integration, test, and system integration
- Active electronically scanned arrays (AESAs)
- Highly integrated subsystems including antenna hardware
- Reflectors, Reflect Arrays, Digital Beam Forming
- Antenna/RF Performance Analysis
- Antenna Measurements and Data Reduction
- Subsystem requirements (hardware and software) derivation, flow-down, and configuration
- Creating test support applications and tools using MATLAB
- Conducting Test Readiness Reviews and/or Design Readiness Reviews
- Concept development of operation for integration and test activities
- Executing subsystem and system level testing - both in engineering development and manufacturing environments
**This role is contingent upon candidates having a current, active US Government Secret clearance.
**This role is contingent upon Program Award.
Basic Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline with 2 years of related experience as described above - OR - a Master's Degree with 0 years of experience.
- An additional 4 years of experience may be considered lieu of a degree.
- Knowledge of MATLAB and its use to support data analysis.
- Experience with set-up and testing of hardware in a lab/bench-top
- environment
- Basic understanding of RF and antenna theory
- Basic understanding of Antenna/RF Performance Analysis
- Current, active US Government Secret clearance or higher
Preferred Qualifications:
- Working knowledge of:
- Antenna range integration, test, and subsystem integration
- setting up a testing environment in Near-field (NF) ranges and Compact range (CR)
- testing phased arrays in a NF or CR range
- Test software development experience in a nearfield antenna range
- Experience troubleshooting RF subsystems
- Current, active US Government Top Secret/SCI clearance
- Active Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
What We Can Offer You
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which 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 - $131,400.00The 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.