2026 Associate RF Engineer/RF Engineer - Dulles VA

Northrop Grumman•Dulles, VA

2d•$76,200 - $93,000•Onsite

About The Position

This position description does not represent a current opening but may be used to identify candidates with skills and experience for positions within Northrop Grumman that frequently become available. Candidates who express an interest may be considered for future positions at Northrop Grumman. Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world. Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate RF Engineer and/or RF Engineer. This position will be located at our Space sector in Dulles, VA The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Integration and Test Team.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related STEM field
Knowledge of RF fundamentals, including frequency, bandwidth, modulation, propagation, antennas, gain/loss, noise, interference, transmitters, receivers, link performance, and signal characterization.
Experience using RF test and measurement equipment such as spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, antennas, vector network analyzers, receivers, and software-defined radios.
Strong troubleshooting and debugging skills across RF hardware and software systems
Comfortable performing hands-on work in a fast-paced environment
Work effectively with engineers, test personnel, technicians, program managers, Government leads, and cross-functional technical teams.
Willing and able to work flexible shifts to include 2nd and 3rd shifts occasionally
Able to travel in and out of the country
Willing and able to obtain DOD security clearance including a polygraph.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams.
Be completing or has completed their Master’s degree from an accredited institution
Be majoring in or having majored in a STEM degree
Be able to obtain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)
The ability to obtain Special Access Program within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs

Nice To Haves

Fundamental knowledge of RF, microwave, or electronic systems engineering.
Experience reading RF test procedures for engineering or production environments
Experience with Python, C++, Matlab, or Labview programming.
Experience with hands-on troubleshooting of RF/communications hardware

Responsibilities

Assist lead engineers in testing of RF for spacecraft satellite systems
Use electronics test equipment to evaluate system performance, and troubleshoot operation issues.
Configure, operate, and troubleshoot RF test equipment, including spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, receivers, software-defined radios, antennas, vector network analyzers, data acquisition systems, and related instrumentation.
Evaluate RF system performance against defined test requirements
Identify test limitations, data gaps, anomalies, instrumentation issues, and equipment problems

Benefits

Relocation assistance may be available
health insurance coverage
life and disability insurance
savings plan
Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
overtime
shift differential
discretionary bonus
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.