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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.The AMS E&S organization at Northrop Grumman Missions Systems in Baltimore, Maryland is seeking Digital-RF subsystems integration and test engineers for individual contributor roles supporting subsystem development, controls integration, and verification activities.\nThis role is focused on digital and RF subsystem integration and test with a strong emphasis on controls integration spanning FPGA and embedded software implementation on system-on-chip FPGA platforms. Work is performed with general direction from technical leads while exercising sound engineering judgment in executing assigned objectives and solving technical problems.\nThe qualified candidates will work with a diverse and talented team of engineers developing innovative and cost-effective systems that support a broad range of products and business areas across the lifecycle of a program. Applicants should possess the ability to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.\nResponsibilities may include:\nIntegration of Digital-RF subsystem hardware and representative lab test environments\nIntegration of new equipment and programs in a state-of-the-art facility\nSoftware development for automating test processes, controls verification, and data analysis\nTroubleshooting digital, embedded software, FPGA, and RF issues during subsystem integration and test\nAnalyzing test data and identifying early trends\nSupporting program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions\nCollaborating with design engineering for hardware, controls, firmware, embedded software, and test improvements\nSubsystem analysis including digital architecture, signal paths, and hardware interfaces from RF front end through digital processing\nSupport for performance testing, requirements verification, and more.\nIn addition, this candidate should have demonstrated technical ability and expertise in one or more of the following areas:\nDigital-RF subsystem integration, test, and system integration\nSystem-on-chip FPGA integration and bring-up\nEmbedded software and controls integration for hardware platforms\nDevelopment and verification of subsystem controls across hardware, firmware, and software boundaries\nHighly integrated digital-RF subsystems and antenna hardware for active electronically scanned array (AESA) systems\nElectronic warfare, radar, communications, or related mission-system principles and their system applications\nComfortable creating test support applications and tools using MATLAB, Python, or similar technical computing tools\nConducting Test Readiness Reviews and/or Design Readiness Reviews\nConcept of operations development for integration and test activities\nExecuting subsystem and system level testing - both in engineering development and manufacturing environments\nThese roles are contingent upon candidates having a current, active government Secret Clearance.\nThese roles are contingent upon Program Award.\nThis is a Dual-level opening, candidates will be considered at both a level 2 (Engineer) or 3 (Principal Engineer) based upon the Basic Qualifications listed below.\nBasic Qualification - Engineer Digital-RF Subsystems Integration & Test:\nMust hold a Secret or Top-Secret security clearance\nMust have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline with 2 years of experience in the areas described in the job description or Master's Degree with 0 years of experience. An additional 4 years of experience is acceptable in lieu of degree.\nExperience using MATLAB, Python, or similar engineering analysis tools\nExperience with digital and/or RF subsystem integration and test or design\nExperience supporting hardware bring-up, verification, or troubleshooting activities\nBasic Qualification - Principal Digital-RF Subsystems Integration & Test Engineer:\nMust hold a Secret or Top-Secret security clearance\nMust have a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related discipline with 5 years of experience in the areas described in the job description or Master's Degree with 3 years of experience or PhD with 0 years of experience. An additional 4 years' experience is acceptable in lieu of degree.\nExperience using MATLAB, Python, or similar engineering analysis tools\nExperience with digital and/or RF subsystem integration and test or design\nExperience supporting hardware bring-up, verification, or troubleshooting activities\nExperience integrating or troubleshooting FPGA, embedded software, or system-on-chip FPGA-based hardware\nPreferred Qualifications:\nTS/SCI clearance\nSAP clearance\nStrong knowledge of:\nSetting up lab, system integration, and Digital-RF hardware test environments\nControl architectures and controls integration for hardware with firmware, embedded software, and system-on-chip FPGAs\nKnowledge of:\nRF and antenna theory, including RF performance analysis\nPython\nVHDL/Verilog\nC/C++\nTest development experience for lab test environments and subsystem hardware\nExperience troubleshooting digital-RF subsystems\nUnderstanding of digital signal processing chains\nExperience working with and supporting engineers across firmware, software, power, and RF test teams\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $96,300.00 - $144,500.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $119,600.00 - $179,400.00The 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. 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