Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Staff Systems Engineer to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. We are looking for a motivated Staff Systems Engineer to join our Research and Advanced Design (RAD) / Battlespace Architecture Science & Technology (BAST) team focused on integrating commercial technologies and enhancing them to address operational military use cases. These technologies include 5G/NextG communications, machine learning, cybersecurity, and future wireless technologies. This position is located in Melbourne, Florida.
The ideal candidate will have experience working with wireless communication systems, both commercial and military, as well as experience integrating and testing hardware/software solutions from a box level, down to the microelectronics level. The role will involve working with commercial partners to integrate the latest 5G capabilities and designing a platform to support advanced battle management technologies.
In addition to strong integration and test experience, we are looking for someone with the ability to tackles critical issues and the willingness to support wherever the team needs it, regardless of position or title. RAD/BAST pursuits are exciting, fast-paced, and innovative. If you thrive in such an environment, then this opportunity is for you.
Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 14 years of experience in engineering; OR Master of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 12 years of experience in engineering; OR PhD in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university with 9 years of experience in engineering.
• Must have an active in scope DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance after start of employment.
• Multiple years of experience providing technical leadership to a cross-discipline engineering team and/or subcontractors.
• Experience working with a program manager to developing and executing project cost & schedules and managing budgets.
• Experience procuring material through a Global Supply Chain organization.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience providing technical leadership to a geographically dispersed engineering team
• Experience with integrating commercial 5G technologies and 3GPP specifications and services.
• Experience managing the design and fabrication of microelectronics used in RF communication systems.
• Experience in integrating complex systems for Naval platforms and operations.
• Experience demonstrating complex technical concepts to management, customers, and stakeholders who lack a strong technical background.