Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Sector (NGMS) is a leading global provider of secure software-defined, hardware enabled mission systems. Our company is pioneering capabilities in a wide variety of sectors that keep our nation and our allies safe from undersea to space and cyberspace.

We are seeking digital verification engineers for our development of full-custom digital and mixed signal superconducting processor circuits. Must be proficient in HDL (VHDL/Verilog) and HVL (SystemVerilog). Experience with SystemVerilog Assertions (SVA) and Universal Verification Methodology (UVM) is required. Successful candidates will have familiarity with a coverage-driven verification methodology from planning through closure as well as knowledge of industry standard interfaces. Experience with object-oriented programming languages and concepts is also required. Must have strong written and oral communication skills.

The Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) pushes the boundaries of innovation. It redefines the leading edge of exotic new technologies and drives advancements in the sciences. One of our most challenging new fields is Transformational Computing, which combines the unique properties of superconductivity and quantum mechanics to develop radical new energy-efficient computing systems. Our team is chartered with providing the skills to transform computing beyond Moore's Law, advancing development of computer architectures, processing/memory subsystems, and large-scale high-performance computing systems. You will be part of a team alongside a broad array of scientists and engineers working to make these processing solutions a reality.
This work will be done 100% onsite in Linthicum, MD OR McClellan, CA
This position can be filled at the Principal level OR the Sr. Principal level. Qualifications for both are listed below:
Basic Qualifications Principal Digital Verification Engineer:

Bachelor's degree in a technical area (BSEE or other Engineering discipline preferred) with 5 years of relevant experience (3 years with technical MS; 0 years with PhD) - Experience in HDL (VHDL/Verilog) and HVL (SystemVerilog)
* Experience with SystemVerilog Assertions (SVA)
* Knowledge of Universal Verification Methodology (UVM)
* Experience with scripting languages (Bash, Perl, Python, Tcl)
* Familiarity with Linux OS
* Familiarity with a coverage driven verification methodology from planning through closure
* Knowledge of industry standard interfaces
* Experience with object-oriented programming languages and concepts
* Must be a US Citizen and must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Full Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.
Basic Qualifications Senior Principal Digital Verification Engineer:

Bachelor's degree in a technical area (BSEE or other Engineering discipline preferred) with 8 years of relevant experience (6 years with technical MS; 3 years with PhD) - Experience in HDL (VHDL/Verilog) and HVL (SystemVerilog)
* Experience with SystemVerilog Assertions (SVA)
* Knowledge of Universal Verification Methodology (UVM)
* Experience with scripting languages (Bash, Perl, Python, Tcl)
* Familiarity with Linux OS
* Familiarity with a coverage driven verification methodology from planning through closure
* Knowledge of industry standard interfaces
* Experience with object-oriented programming languages and concepts
* Must be a US Citizen and must have or be able to obtain and maintain a Full Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.
Preferred Qualifications Principal / Senior Principal Digital Verification Engineer:

Advanced Degree either MS or PhD
* Active Full Top Secret/SCI security clearance with Polygraph.
* Experience with Mentor Graphics and/or Cadence Verification tools - FPGA/ASIC Design experience
Northrop 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 flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your 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!

Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents to help solve our toughest customer challenges: to develop and maintain some of the most technically sophisticated products, programs, and services in the world.

Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. They describe our company as we want it to be. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values. We believe that putting Our Values into practice creates long-term benefits for shareholders, customers, employees, suppliers, and the communities we serve.

Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the
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Salary Range: $109,900 - $164,900
Salary Range 2: $136,300 - $204,500
The 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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.