Staff RF Electronic Systems Engineer

Northrop Grumman•Fairfax, VA

5d•$177,000 - $265,600•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking an Staff RF Electronic Systems Engineer to join our team. This position would be based in Fairfax, VA. The RF Electronic Systems Engineer will integrate, troubleshoot, and maintain end-to-end antenna systems and their respective RF processing chains. The ideal candidate will have extensive knowledge of software-defined modems and radios, combined with a solid understanding of IP networking principles, routing protocols, antenna systems, software automation, and troubleshooting methodologies.

Requirements

12 Years of relevant experience with a completed Bachelors-STEM degree; 10 Years of relevant experience with a completed Masters-STEM degree; 8 Years of relevant experience with a completed PhD-STEM
Active TS/SCI clearance at time of application
Candidate must be willing to take a Full Scope Polygraph (polygraph may or may not be required depending on circumstances, but candidate must be willing to take it if needed)
Candidate must be willing to travel up to 25%
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.
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

Prefer candidate to have current Counterintelligence or Full Scope Polygraph
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.