Principal / Senior Principal Microelectronic Packaging Mechanical Design Engineer
Requisition ID: R10170567
- Category: Engineering
- Location: Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Telecommute: Yes-May consider hybrid teleworking for this position
- Shift: Days (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
- Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
Overview:
You will work as part of a cross-functional team that is responsible for the design and development of cutting-edge AESA antenna hardware that is featured in Northrop Grumman's world-class radar, ESM and communications systems, that are fielded on a multitude of airborne, marine, ground-based, and space military platforms. You'll support multiple projects spanning the product lifecycle, from R&D to full-rate production. Some example AESA products can be viewed at this website: https://www.northropgrumman.com/what-we-do/air/active-electronically-scanned-array-aesa-radars/
As an integral part of the Engineering and Sciences team, you will be responsible for the design and development of cutting-edge AESA antenna hardware that is featured in Northrop Grumman's world-class radar, ESM and communications systems.
This position may be filled as a Principal Mechanical Electronic Packaging Engineer or a Senior Principal Mechanical Electronic Packaging Engineer.
This position is contingent on the ability to obtain or maintain a US Secret Clearance or higher and contract award
Roles and Responsibilities include:
- Design, prototyping and production support of state-of-the-art RF, digital, and mixed signal multi-chip modules (MCMs), Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs), and Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) using various substrate materials and chip-scale packaging technologies
- Collaboration within a cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT); effective and timely communication with peers in adjacent functions, including electrical design, systems engineering, thermal analysis, structural analysis, drafting, supply chain management and manufacturing.
- Organizing and prioritizing tasks in order to accomplish project milestones within schedule and budgetary constraints.
- Providing technical leadership and mentoring to less experienced personnel.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Mechanical Electronic Packaging Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 3 years of experience or a PhD with 0 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields. Will consider 9 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
- U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance
- Experience with microelectronic packaging design, including chip-scale packaging technologies and substrate\PWB layout
- Working knowledge of materials, specifications, manufacturing processes and design tools utilized for multi-chip modules, PWBs and CCAs
- Proficient with AutoCAD
- Familiarity with NX or other 3D modeling software
Basic Qualifications for Senior Principal Mechanical Electronic Packaging Engineer:
- Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of experience, a Master’s degree with 6 years of experience or a PhD with 3 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields. Will consider 13 years of applied experience in lieu of degree requirement.
- U.S Citizenship with the ability to obtain/maintain an active DoD Secret Clearance
- Experience with microelectronic packaging design, including chip-scale packaging technologies and substrate\PWB layout
- Working knowledge of materials, specifications, manufacturing processes and design tools utilized for multi-chip modules, PWBs and CCAs
- Proficient with AutoCAD
- Familiarity with NX or other 3D modeling software
Preferred Qualifications:
- Advanced degrees in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical fields.
- Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher
- Proficiency with ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) and ASME Y14.100 engineering drawing practices
- Familiarity with thermal and structural analysis considerations, methodologies, and software tools
- Experience with hands-on assembly and testing of prototype electronic hardware
- Experience in a technical leadership role on a cross-functional product development team
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
Link to Benefits: https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.