Space RADAR Payload I&T Technical Advisor - Staff Engineer Systems

Northrop Grumman•Baltimore, MD

10d•$169,000 - $253,600•Hybrid

About The Position

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Space RADAR Payload Integration and Test (I&T) Technical Advisor to provide technical leadership during assembly, integration, and testing of space-based RADAR payloads composed of an Electronically Scanned Array (ESA) and a Processing Subsystem. The role involves solving complex technical problems, guiding and validating production activities, and collaborating across multidisciplinary teams. The position is on-site in Linthicum, Maryland, with hybrid work sometimes available from home depending on program needs. The advisor monitors and troubleshoots issues during AI&T, tracks test anomaly and failure resolution, and communicates progress to management and stakeholders. The role also trains and mentors team members and promotes continuous improvement and knowledge sharing. No clearance is required to start, but the candidate must be eligible for TS/SCI clearance.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 12 years of relevant experience, master's degree with 10 years, or Ph.D. with 7 years.
Experience planning, executing, and analyzing integration and test campaigns, including near-field and compact antenna range activities for RADAR systems.
Experience integrating embedded firmware, flight software, and hardware to realize radar system operational modes and command/control interfaces.
Must be eligible for TS/SCI clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's and/or master's degree in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering.
Space Integration and Test experience at subsystem (such as RF panel, ESA, or processor), payload, or space vehicle level.
Experience with ESA/Phased Array Antenna Integration, Test, and Calibration.
Experience designing and analyzing RF hardware for space-based RADAR payloads, from front-end components to beamforming and frequency conversion.
Active TS and/or SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

Monitor and troubleshoot issues during AI&T, providing timely resolutions to unforeseen challenges.
Track progress and provide updates to management and stakeholders regarding test anomaly and test failure resolution.
Train, mentor, and guide team members, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
Plan, execute, and analyze integration and test campaigns, including near-field and compact antenna range activities for RADAR systems.
Integrate embedded firmware, flight software, and hardware to realize radar system operational modes and command/control interfaces.