Antenna Test Engineer /Principal Antenna Test Engineer with MATLAB

Help shape the future working with the most advanced radar systems in the industry!  Northrop Grumman's Mission Systems Sector Test Engineering organization is seeking an Antenna Test Engineer /Principal Antenna Test Engineer to be an instrumental part of Northrop Grumman's Test Engineering Team in Sykesville, MD. The ideal candidate will also have experience using Matlab to analyze data.

What You'll Get to Do:

• Antenna test equipment design in support of factory phased array testing

• Test software and test equipment design related to phased array testing in a Nearfield Antenna Range

• Troubleshoot RF issues during test of advanced antenna systems.

• Support technicians with troubleshooting and training

• Analyze test data and identify early trends

• Support program meetings in developing root cause and corrective actions

• Collaborate with design engineering for hardware and test improvements

• Sensitivity to cost, schedule and quality as well as Northrop Grumman policies and procedures is imperative 

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, and Paid Time Off. Additional benefits, including Education Assistance, Training and Development and a 9/80 schedule at many sites. https://totalrewards.northropgrumman.com/

This requisition may be filled as an Antenna Test Engineer or a Principal Antenna Test Engineer based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications for an Antenna Test Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in science, engineering, or other STEM-related discipline plus 2 years of experience (0 years with a Masters)

• Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment

• Experience with software, such as C++, C#, MATLAB, etc.

• Familiarity with RF and antenna theory

• US Citizenship

• Department of Defense (DoD) active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Basic Qualifications for a Principal Antenna Test Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in science, engineering, or other STEM-related discipline plus 5 years of relevant experience; or a Masters degree with 3 years of experience 

• Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment

• Experience with software, such as C++, C#, MATLAB, etc.

• Familiarity with RF and antenna theory

• US Citizenship

• Department of Defense (DoD) active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• RF test experience and/or antenna test/range experience

• Software development experience with antenna/RF analysis and/ test measurement systems

• Test development experience in a nearfield antenna range

MANUMS

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.