Lab Design Engineer / Principal Lab Design Engineer

Northrop Grumman•Melbourne, FL

15d

About The Position

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. Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Lab Design Engineer (Level 2) OR Principal Lab Design Engineer (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Lab Test organization. This position is located in Melbourne, FL . As the Lab Design Engineer, you will be responsible for designing, building, and outfitting cutting-edge test environments for advanced air vehicle systems. You will lead the electrical design and integration efforts that turn concepts into fully functional labs — from cable interface assemblies and data-acquisition hardware to sensor suites that measure structural stress. We're looking for innovative thinkers who are eager to contribute to groundbreaking aerospace projects. If you're passionate about engineering and ready to make an impact, apply NOW and join us in shaping the future of aeronautics!

Requirements

Lab Design Engineer (Level 2) Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 2 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related professional/military experience.
Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance (DoD must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
Demonstrated experience with electrical systems design and/or integration in a laboratory or test environment.
Principal Lab Design Engineer (Level 3) Must have a Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related professional/military experience.
Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated government Secret clearance (DoD must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.
Demonstrated experience with electrical systems design and/or integration in a laboratory or test environment.

Nice To Haves

Strong proficiency in interpreting and creating electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
Experience with AutoCAD or equivalent electrical design tools
Background in manufacturing or liaison engineering to support assembly build-up and aircraft system testing.
Experience developing and managing test requirements
Hands-on experience with subsystem, payload, or systems integration
Knowledge of aircraft-type cable assemblies, MIL type wiring and components such as mil connectors, back shells, relays, switches, indicator lights, terminal junction system components, etc.

Responsibilities

Provides lab design, integration and systems engineering support for system and software engineering labs.
Designs and develops system architectures and define key capabilities and performance requirements.
Defines design and technology maturity constraints of the system in accordance with customer specifications.
Develops thorough definition of system external interfaces.
Defines system implementation approach and operational concepts.
Ensures requirements are met and evaluates performance with customers.
Researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, systems, and networks.
Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.