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$142k – $213k per year
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In office (Redondo Beach)
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Principal · 8+ years exp
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Full-Time

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 12, 2026. First seen by Alion on Nov 11, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores B on the Alion truth index.

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Northrop Grumman is an American defence contractor whose oldest predecessor was founded in 1939, and which took its present form through the 1994 combination of Northrop and Grumman. It builds strategic systems including the B-21 Raider bomber and the Sentinel intercontinental ballistic missile programme, military and civil space systems, radars and electronic warfare equipment, autonomous aircraft, and mission systems and software for the United States armed forces and allied governments. Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia and listed on the New York Stock Exchange, it earns the large majority of its revenue from the American government and employs close to one hundred thousand people.
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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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’s Space Sector is seeking a Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer - Level 4 to join our team in Redondo Beach, CA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

You will have the opportunity to lead a team of test engineers who design, develop, and execute test procedures and automated test scripts using spacecraft commands, telemetry, and electrical ground support equipment for a rapid production line flow. You will interact with numerous stakeholders including program management, systems engineering, mission assurance, and execution leadership.

In this job, you will:

  • General frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques
  • Develop I&T test procedures, specifications, and test limits
  • Execute I&T testing, monitor tests per specification, troubleshoot, and document all test activities
  • Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform moderately complex professional tasks
  • Has technical insight and experience to know if test set-up and results make sense
  • Supports EGSE and flight hardware test/troubleshooting efforts and ability to perform this tasking with little to no oversight from another Electrical Engineer

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

  • Approved STEM Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience - OR - Approved STEM Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience - OR - Approved STEM PhD with 4 years of professional experience.
  • Requires an active U.S. Government Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
  • Travel and support different shifts when required
  • Shiftwork and weekend support will be required.
  • Leadership experience on a project and/or team
  • Experience in system level test preparation and execution
  • Experience in the Aerospace and Defense industry
  • International or domestic travel may be required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience in space systems, with technical knowledge of spacecraft subsystems
  • Experience as an Electrical/Electronics Engineer, Test Conductor, or System Test Engineer
  • Experience with work package management or test engineering leadership
  • Experience with rapid system level integration and testing or with proliferated/production line preparation and execution
  • Experience with electronics troubleshooting and nonconformance resolution workflow
  • Environmental test preparation and execution (Thermal Cycle/Thermal Vacuum chamber testing, EMI testing)
  • Programming and debugging experience with any of the following languages: STOL, JAS, Python, C, C++
  • Experience with any of the following tools: Manufacturo, Odoo, InControl, Jira/Confluence, Git/Bitbucket

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00The 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.
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