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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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Senior Staff System Engineer Signal Processing background to work in Sacramento, California. Join a team that develops transformative signal processing solutions to solve complex challenges in Signals Intelligence (SIGINT). Your work will contribute to real-world national security initiatives. We offer a wide variety of professional development opportunities, mentorship by senior engineers, and access to cutting-edge tools and technologies like Ultra-Wideband (UWB) Software-Defined Radios (SDRs) and Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) for deployment of advanced signal processing algorithms.\nThis role requires no clearance to start, however the ability and willingness to obtain Top Secret with SCI clearance is required for continued long term employment.\nThe engineer will be expected to have a command on core communications systems engineering concepts from their electrical engineering degree to perform analysis, devise requirements for and implement the signal processing algorithms.\nResponsibilities: \nPerform architecture trades, design analysis, and performance modeling\n\nProvide engineering support for hardware development efforts.\n\nDesign detection and characterization algorithms for Radio Frequency communication signals\n\nImplement detection and characterization algorithms\n\nTest signal processing algorithms and receivers in a lab environment.\n\nDesign, test, and produce detection, characterization, and geolocation algorithms.\n\nSupport the deployment of core products on new platforms (e.g., manned aircraft, drones, ships, etc.).\n\nBasic Qualifications for System Engineer Level 6\nMust have a BS degree in a STEM field and at least 14 years relevant experience, or MS degree in a STEM field and at least 12 years of relevant experience, or a PhD and at least 10 years of relevant experience\n\nRequirements Translation: Ability to convert complex operational needs into technical system requirements\n\nDomain Expertise: Command of tactical SIGINT operations, military capabilities, and geolocation concepts.\n\nDSP Fundamentals: Expertise in modulation/demodulation, FFT/spectral analysis, filtering (FIR/IIR), resampling, channelization, and detection/estimation theory.\n\nSIGINT/RF Expertise: Experience with Software Defined Radios (SDR), RF front-ends, IQ data, geolocation techniques (DF/beamforming), and signal characterization\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\nHardware Acceleration: Experience with CUDA/GPU programming is increasingly critical for real-time performance optimization in SIGINT signal chains.\n\nAgile/DevOps: Experience in Agile software development and containerization tools like Docker or Kubernetes for deploying SIGINT applications\n\nAnalysis Tools: Familiarity with specialized tools like X-MIDAS, MATLAB/Simulink, and Linux-based toolchains.\n\nExperience with the Atlassian tool suite (Jira, Confluence, Bitbucket)\n\nPractical experience or coursework in programming languages such as C++, Rust, or Python.\n\nExperience with simulating and processing RF communications in GNU Radio.\n\nActive TS with SCI clearance\n\nWhat We Can Offer You:\nNorthrop 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\nflexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.\nYour 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!\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $212,100.00 - $318,100.00The 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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