Physicist/Principal Physicist- Radiation Effects Electromagnetic Environments

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Northrop Grumman Space Systems is searching for an experienced Physicist/Principal Physicist to join the Radiation Effects Electromagnetics team within the Launch Vehicle business unit. This position will be located in Chandler, AZ

This position will support program analyses and testing of Ionizing radiation effects on electronics systems. Examples include x-ray and/or electromagnetic radiation. Will utilize computational tools for modeling and prediction of the effects. May also support technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for analyzed systems

Experience in one or more of the following areas: a) Ionizing radiation effects analysis & test for electronics systems b) material science with emphasis on x-ray interactions with matter c) electromagnetic effects (cable coupling, transient prediction/mitigation) from radiation (ionizing and non-ionizing radiation). Should be familiar with computational tools for modeling and prediction of effects. Working to identify susceptible piece-parts in a given system to varying ionizing radiation effects (total ionizing dose, prompt dose-rate, neutron degradation damage, and single event effects from protons, heavy-ions, and neutrons) based on part type (e.g. microprocessor, capacitor, etc) and part technology (e.g. CMOS, bipolar, etc). Perform device and system calculations on expected upset rates given device SEE characteristics (Weibull, Bendel, step function) and trajectory or orbit parameters; experience with CREME96, OMERE, and SIRE2 is preferred.

This position may be offered at the Physicist Level 2 or may be offered at the Principal Physicist Level 3

Basic Qualifications:

If offered at the Physicist Level 2 requires:

Bachelor of Science Engineering degree plus 2 years of experience; Masters degree plus 0 years of experience.

If offered at the Principal Physicist Level 3 requires:

Bachelor of Science Engineering degree plus 5 years of experience; Masters degree plus 3 years of experience or PhD with 0 years of experience.

U.S. Citizenship is required

Ability to obtain secret clearance

Salary Range: $71,100 USD - $106,700 USD

Salary Range 2: $87,600 USD - $131,400 USD

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.

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