Principal / Sr. Principal Cryogenic Engineer Systems, Transformational Computing

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Advanced Processing Solutions is working to develop next generation high performance computing systems to meet the mission demands of the NGMS Networked Information Solutions (NIS) business. Superconducting electronics forms the core of our technology, with a focus on energy-efficient computation including our patented superconducting digital logic technology, Reciprocal Quantum Logic (RQL). On a gate for gate basis, RQL consumes orders of magnitude less power than CMOS while running at significantly higher clock speeds. The Advanced Technology Lab of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking Cryogenic Test Management engineers. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Transformational Technology Business Area. Transformational Technology is focused on developing state-of-the-art next generation superconducting electronics (SCE) and advanced computing technologies.

Qualified Cryogenic systems engineers will have experience and specific technical knowledge of at least four of the following responsibilities:

• Demonstrated project management skills.
• Championing process improvement activities.
• Establishing and analyzing test procedures.
• Devises and implements methods and procedures for evaluating the accuracy of test stand installs and qualification.
• Devises and implements methods and procedures for tracking test assets, and develop a plan for periodic review of assets activity (e.g., in use, idle, at calibration, needs repair/upgrade, awaiting final disposition, etc.) across multiple labs.
• Provide a monthly report on the status of all assets to the program offices as required.

This position will serve on-site in Linthicum / Annapolis Junction, MD.

This position can be filled at either Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer OR Sr. Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer. Qualifications for both listed below.

Basic Qualifications for Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics with 5 years of related experience, or 3 years with a Master's Degree, or 0 years with a PhD.
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members both verbally and in writing.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic test systems.
• Cabling and Rack installation/cyber system integration experience.

Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer:

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Physics with 9 years of related experience, or 7 years with a Master's Degree, or 4 years with a PhD.
• This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively to team members both verbally and in writing.
• Experience troubleshooting electronic test systems.
• Cabling and Rack installation/cyber system integration experience.

Preferred Qualifications for Principal / Sr. Principal Cryogenic Systems Engineer:

• Experience with superconducting electronics test platforms
• Experience with cryogenic test environments
• Experience with microwave electronics
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and requirements.
• Active TS/SCI with poly security clearance

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