Engineer / Principal Engineer Electromechanical - Instrumentation and Data Systems

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Engineer Electromechanical / Principal Engineer Electromechanical to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

**This role may be filled at the Engineer Electromechanical OR Principal Engineer Electromechanical level based on qualifications below**

As an Instrumentation and Data Systems engineer, you will be responsible for the development, design and maintenance of complex instrumentation and data system solutions for laboratory, ground and flight test activities on the program. You will maintain Flight Test Instrumentation system configurations and coordinate test activity, maintenance and communicate instrumentation issues and status across teams. In addition, support planning and flight test readiness reviews; flight test planning working groups and coordination meetings; pre and posttest briefings.  Also, define data system configurations, sensor selection, installation, checkout requirements and operational procedures and define air vehicle interface, integration and logistic requirements. Knowledge of telemetry, onboard recording, Data Acquisition Systems (Teletronics) and ground stations is key. You will also provide test crews, manufacturing and/or suppliers the guidance and direction required for operation, fabrication, modifications, assembly and checkout of Instrumentation systems and associated equipment. Experience in computer operating systems and application software (AutoCAD), as well as database development for measurand and test data is important. You will prepare system specifications, Request for Quotes (RFQ’s) and Statement of Work (SOW’s) that satisfy test and system requirements plus support test activities, anomaly resolution and process improvement initiatives. Strong leadership, communication and interpersonal skills are key.  

Key Responsibilities:

• Applies electrical, electronic and mechanical principles to components and systems, including assembly, analysis, and documentation of results
• Construction of developmental assemblies, sub-assemblies and components
• Quality testing
• Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication and assembly of prototype electromechanical systems.

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Basic Qualifications (Engineer Electromechanical):

• Must have a Bachelor’s of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 2 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master’s of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 0 years of related professional/military experience OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 0 years of related professional/military experience
• Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment

Basic Qualifications (Principal Engineer Electromechanical):

• Must have a Bachelor’s of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master’s of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 3 years of related professional/military experience OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 0 years of related professional/military experience
• Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance prior to the commencement of employment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current SAP/PAR Clearance
• Top Secret clearance
• Master’s degree in a STEM discipline

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 most positions.