RF Test Engineer (Level 1)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. 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 Aeronautics Systems Sector is currently seeking a motivated RF Test Engineer to join our test team in San Diego, CA (Rancho Bernardo). We provide test services in our compact range in support of national security for our DoD customers.

Role Description & Responsibilities

The RF Test Engineer will have a solid foundation in electronics and RF circuit testing, tuning, and assembly. RF and microwave testing will require familiarity with RF wave propagation, antenna measurements, instrumentation radar measurements (RCS and Antenna), network analyzer, spectrum analyzer, and power meter measurements.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in electronics/electrical engineering or equivalent STEM Degree and 0 years of experience
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret Clearance within six months of hire, with the ability to obtain Special Access Program clearances
• Ability to work first or second shift
• Ability and willingness to troubleshoot and repair equipment as necessary
• Proficient in reading, writing and interpreting written instructions in English
• Strong math, science, and programming skills
• Good documentation, organization and communication skills
• Ability to work in a manlift up to 65 feet in the air
• Ability to lift 50 lbs repetitively during the workday
• Ability to stand on feet for prolonged periods
• Ability to routinely and repetitively climb vertical ladder
• Understands mechanical drawings and electronic schematics
• Ability to work within a small team environment
• Familiarity with electrical properties of materials and test techniques for same
• Ability to interface with customers directly, write technical proposals and test reports
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point) to document results

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance
• Understanding of calibrated antenna pattern and gain measurements with ability to analyze collected data
• Understanding of Radar Cross Section (RCS) testing
• Understanding of RCS data reduction and calibration with analysis using single down range 2D target exploitation, 2D intensity imaging, IER, and zero Doppler techniques
• Knowledge of a broad band pulsed CW coherent, wide video bandwidth, instrumentation radar, and ability to troubleshoot and repair radar problems
• Strong understanding of positioner systems used in RCS and antenna measurements
• Compact and Far Field range uncertainty analysis and error source reduction
• Experience in RCS Range Certification
• Perform RCS measurements using high-speed, broadband pulsed-IF radar system
• Experience using RCS data processing software such as Knowbell, CompuQuest, Pioneer, Saber and Matlab
• Experience in test matrix development utilizing full implementation of the Nyquist criteria against target and test scene dimensions for both SAR and ISAR data collection techniques
• Demonstrates initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and highly motivated for excellence
• Identifies opportunities for continuous improvement with a focus on customer service
• Analytical techniques of range debugging a plus
• Test body development for RCS measurements a plus

Primary Level Salary Range: $69,400.00 - $104,000.00

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.

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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.