Principal Electrical Engineer - 18267

Northrop Grumman•Huntsville, AL

1d•$103,600 - $163,200•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal/ Sr. Principal Electrical Engineer to join the team. This position is located in Huntsville, AL. 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Master's degree; 4 years of experience with PHD
Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance, at time of application, current and within scope, with an investigation date within the last 6 years.
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Demonstrated experience performing advanced CAD modeling and analysis using Siemens NX (or equivalent) on aerospace and defense hardware projects.
Experience with systems engineering tools such as CAMEO/DOORS and applying MBSE practices to complex weapon-system development.
Hands-on experience with a network analyzer.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Project, and engineering scheduling tools or applications.
Familiarity with CAD/EM tools such as Mentor Graphics Capital/Xpedition, HFSS, CST, or equivalents.
Ability to review engineering specifications, schematics, and drawings and translate customer-driven requirements into clear specifications.
Experience resolving issues and providing technical support.

Nice To Haves

Experience in ICBMs
Electrical design experience in CAD such as NX/Revi
Experience in coding and translating analysis to design
Experience working with external customer to meet program expectations in a timely and efficient manner.
Experience with maintenance and reliability engineering
Experience using the following tools: ANSYS, MATLAB, or equivalents
Experience using the Mentor Graphics Capital/Xpedition tool or equivalents
Teamcenter/CPLM experience
Continuous Process Improvement experience
Experience with Agile
Knowledge of various data transmission formats (eg. Serial, TCP/IP, Fiber etc)
Knowledge in discrimination using RF.

Responsibilities

Support design of complex electrical systems, ensuring compliance with weapon-system requirements, MIL-STD, UFC, and applicable codes.
Oversee evaluation of vendor documentation, data sheets, and technical proposals for compliance and suitability.
Direct creation and management of Electrical Technical Data Packages, Issue-for-Construction, as-built documentation, and interface models while maintaining configuration control.
Conduct advanced electrical analyses, trade studies, and short-circuit/arc-flash calculations using tools such as ETAP, SKM PTW32, MATLAB, or ANSYS.
Ensure proper application and interpretation of electrical codes, standards, and hazard-area classifications throughout the design lifecycle.
Identify and mitigate technical risks; develop and present design-change proposals and manage baseline configuration.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineering team members, promoting best practices and continuous-process improvement.
Serve as primary liaison with external customers, vendors, and cross-functional teams, representing the organization in technical reviews.
Integrate electrical designs with propulsion, guidance, and weapon-system interfaces to support system-level integration and testing.
Lead adoption of Agile and model-based engineering practices, including Teamcenter/CPLM, to improve design efficiency and traceability.
Proficiency with analytical and finite element modeling (FEM/FEA) tools for structural and thermal analysis.
Experience with electrical design, electronics manufacturing processes, and hardware qualification (e.g., PCB, cable harness).
Hands-on experience performing environmental testing (thermal, vibration, shock) of electronic components and subsystems.
Experience with Systems Engineering tools (CAMEO/DOORS) and architecture
Proficient with 3D design/2D drawing CAD in NX
Proficient with PDM and/or CPLM
Proficient with GD&T and ASME Y14.5-2009
Experience working with specialty engineering stakeholders (PM&P, Safety, Human Factors, others)
Experience leading a team of engineers or project(s)
Hands on experience in equipment maintenance, fabrication, assembly, and measuring tools
Strong communications skills, both verbal and written; and ability to read and understand technical requirements documents
Experience in coding and translating analysis results into design implementations.
Proven track record working with external customers to meet program expectations on schedule.
Experience with maintenance and reliability engineering.
Proficiency with simulation and analysis tools such as ANSYS, MATLAB, or equivalents.
Experience using Teamcenter/CPLM.
Familiarity with Agile development practices.
Knowledge of various data-transmission formats (e.g., Serial, TCP/IP, Fiber, etc.).
Understanding of discrimination techniques using RF.