Principal or Sr Principal RF Microwave Design Engineer
About The Position
Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a Principal or Sr Principal RF Microwave Design Engineer to join their team in Aurora, Colorado. The role involves integrating, troubleshooting, and maintaining end-to-end antenna systems and their respective RF processing chains. The ideal candidate will possess extensive knowledge of software-defined modems and radios, coupled with a strong understanding of IP networking principles, routing protocols, antenna systems, software automation, and troubleshooting methodologies. This position offers opportunities to work on revolutionary systems and contribute to technological advancements.
Requirements
- Principal: 5 Years with bachelor’s in science STEM; 3 Years with Masters
- Sr Principal: 8 Years with bachelor’s in science STEM; 6 Years with Masters; 4 Years with PhD
- Must have an active U.S. Government Top Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to obtain and maintain SCI approval/access.
- The ability and willingness to travel up to 25%
- The ability and willingness to work off-shift hours if needed, to include stints of 24/7 shifts in support of mission needs
- Expertise in software-defined radios and modems, including operation and implementation.
- Strong understanding of IP networking principles, including address allocation, subnetting, and routing over WANs and LANs.
- Experience troubleshooting network issues related to digital RF communications, and RF analog communications.
- Knowledge of basic antenna design and electromagnetic principles.
- Proficient in RF simulation tools and networking software (e.g., STK, network monitoring tools).
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team-oriented environment.
Nice To Haves
- Strong understanding of radio frequency principles and antenna design.
- Experience in configuring and managing network devices (e.g., routers, switches).
- Basic understanding of virtual machines and Linux commands.
- Hands-on experience with RF testing equipment and lab setups.
Responsibilities
- Operate and maintain front-end RF components, including software-defined radios and modems.
- Work collaboratively with network engineering teams to define system architecture and ensure seamless integration of RF systems with network infrastructure.
- Utilize knowledge of IP addressing and routing protocols to enhance the performance and reliability of RF communications.
- Troubleshoot network configurations and connectivity issues impacting RF system performance.
- Work with software developers to integrate new hardware components into the system and deliver end-to-end automated processes.
- Perform simulations, modeling, and testing to predict system performance and identify enhancements.
- Maintain thorough documentation of designs, specifications, and network configurations.
- Collaborate with system administrators to install, update, and optimize software running on virtual machines.
- Stay current with advancements in RF and networking technologies, recommending improvements to optimize product performance.
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
