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.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Principal / Senior Principal Electronics Engineer based out of Baltimore, MD with 25-50% travel to customer locations within the United States.
*Most travel is expected after development efforts in Baltimore are complete or nearing completion.*
What You’ll get to Do:
Join our highly skilled Field Engineering team and support the development, integration, test, and sustainment of advanced radar and mission systems supporting the Tactical Fighters Business Unit. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex electronic and RF-based systems critical to mission success, with responsibilities spanning radar hardware/software integration, troubleshooting, verification, root cause analysis, and product sustainment.
You will play a key technical role across the product lifecycle, supporting engineering execution from requirements analysis through system integration, lab and field test, issue resolution, and customer support. This position is well suited for an experienced engineer who thrives in a hands-on environment, applies strong technical judgment to solve difficult problems, and communicates effectively across engineering disciplines and customer interfaces.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Support all phases of the system lifecycle with primary emphasis on radar hardware/software integration, test execution, system verification, and product sustainment.
Perform complex electronics and electrical troubleshooting on Prime Mission Equipment and associated test equipment in both laboratory and field environments.
Lead or support integration, test, data analysis, and digital instrumentation activities associated with radar and electronic systems.
Participate in Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) investigations, failure analysis, and development of corrective actions to resolve technical issues and improve product performance.
Research, design, develop, and test a variety of electronic equipment and systems, including radar assemblies, subsystems, and test equipment components.
Use standard and specialized laboratory equipment, including digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers, to diagnose issues and validate system behavior.
Support the development and execution of lab system test setups, test readiness activities, and disciplined test operations.
Interface frequently with internal engineering teams, program leadership, and customer representatives to communicate technical status, identify risks, and drive issue resolution.
Balance multiple assignments effectively while demonstrating initiative, technical ownership, and sound engineering decision-making.
Work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment while maintaining strong attention to detail, organization, and follow-through.
This position may be filled as a Principal Electronics Engineer or a Senior Principal Electronics Engineer.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Electronics Engineer:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related STEM discipline with 5 years of related engineering experience; or a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related STEM discipline with 3 years of related engineering experience.
Strong understanding of hardware/software integration and test.
Knowledge of RF engineering, radar functionality, and radar hardware.
Experience using standard and specialized laboratory equipment, including digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers, to diagnose issues and validate system behavior.
Experience with using test tools to troubleshoot and repair radar systems in laboratory and/or field environments.
Ability and willingness to travel to domestic customer locations for business trips and short-term assignments (25-50% travel).
US Citizenship and current/active U.S. Government Secret Clearance required. Must have the ability to obtain/maintain SAP clearance and/or program-specific clearances.
Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Electronics Engineer:
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related STEM discipline with 8 years of related engineering experience; or a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related STEM discipline with 6 years of related engineering experience.
Strong understanding of hardware/software integration and test.
Knowledge of RF engineering, radar functionality, and radar hardware.
Experience using standard and specialized laboratory equipment, including digital oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, and network analyzers, to diagnose issues and validate system behavior.
Experience with using test tools to troubleshoot and repair radar systems in laboratory and/or field environments.
Ability and willingness to travel to domestic customer locations for business trips and short-term assignments (25-50% travel).
US Citizenship and current/active U.S. Government Secret Clearance required. Must have the ability to obtain/maintain SAP clearance and/or program-specific clearances.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with radar functionality and hardware at the component level.
Experience with lab system test setups, modes of operation, communications interfaces, and disciplined test execution.
Experience working with complex RF devices and advanced electronic systems.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Demonstrated ability to prioritize work, manage multiple technical tasks, and execute with limited oversight.