Qualified candidates will apply strong systems engineering and project management knowledge and understanding in the areas of requirements development, the mode design process, and mode integration & test, working with various systems, hardware, and software teams. The candidate will lead a large team of cross-discipline engineers to deliver critical capabilities on a tight deadline. We encourage our engineers to be innovative with solving problems and identifying improvements to meet these challenging goals.
This position requires up to 100% on-site work due security constraints and an ability to pass an enhanced security review.
Roles & Responsibilities: This position is primarily engaged in leading a team to develop and field state of the art modes, algorithms, and techniques for advanced multi-function RF and EOIR subsystems. Key features of this role include helping plan and lead engineering design reviews, identifying and resolving blockers for the development plan, and leading a team of mode engineers to complete program milestones and objectives.
Early in the system lifecycle, systems engineers develop parametric representations, visualizations and data driven analysis to support sensor requirements definition and use case validation. Progressing past analysis and design, Northrop Grumman Systems Engineers also support the integration of sensor modes and trackers from digital simulation environments to sensor labs to our on-site fleet of specially modified test aircraft. Throughout this process, our AMS Systems Engineers engage with our customers to balance their functional and performance requirements with other sensor functionality to enable true multi-function operation.
This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain DoD Secret Clearance and Special Program Access (SAP) prior to starting and contract award.
Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal Mode Lead:

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics or Mechanical Engineering with 8 years of related experience; 6 years of related experience with a Master's Degree; or 4 years of related experience with a Ph.D. Will consider additional 4 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
* Experience leading a cross-discipline engineering team to complete mode and algorithm development or test
* Team leadership experience with development and/or production program execution
* Proficiency with MATLAB or equivalent programming/analysis languages
* Experience managing RF signals processing or RF application programs
* Working knowledge of systems engineering principles and processes
* Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
* Ability to communicate effectively with customers, senior leadership, and other engineering disciplines
* The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance is required prior to starting.
* Ability to obtain approval for Special Access Programs prior to starting.
* US Citizenship required.
Preferred Qualifications:

Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
* Master's Degree or PhD in a STEM discipline including electives in radar techniques and signal processing
* High level experience and proficiency in signal processing or RF applications
* Experience integrating and testing of modes/algorithms on RADAR, SIGINT, EOIR, or EW systems.
* Greater programming experience/expertise in MATLAB and C/C++.
* Has been previously approved for Special Access Programs
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
* 401k
* Educational Assistance
* Life Insurance
* Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
* Paid Time Off
* Health & Wellness Resources
* Employee Discounts

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.
Northrop Grumman strives to offer a balanced work environment for our team members. This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80; the 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. Other work schedules are frequently accommodated and may be arranged to support, for example, an employee's family commitments.
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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.
Salary Range: $127,000 - $190,600
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.