Northrop Grumman Hiring for Associate Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineer/Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineer at Baltimore, Maryland Full Time

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation’s history – from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work – and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they’re making history.

Help shape the future while working with the most advanced radar systems in the industry! Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems is seeking an Associate Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineer/Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineer to become an instrumental part of their Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineering Team at its Linthicum, MD campus.

This RCS Test Engineering role is within a lab environment and includes the design, planning and execution of Radar Cross Section (RCS) / Low Observable (LO) testing for individual programs. The test engineer has the responsibility for test planning, configuration of the test, model preparation, data collection and post-processing, as well as holding data reviews with program engineers. The role will include frequent use of hand tools, overhead cranes, and mobile elevated working platforms, as well as standard lab and facility upkeep.

The selected individual must be willing to work in a laboratory environment as a Range Test Engineer full time. On the job training is anticipated and will be required.

What You’ll Get to Do :

• Provide Antenna Test Engineering support for Radar Cross Section (RCS) test facilities

• Low Observable (LO) test article configuration, mounting and testing

• Troubleshooting radar system and data analysis issues during test

• Support technicians with troubleshooting and training

• Collaborate with design engineering for hardware and test improvements

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, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

This position may be filled as either an Associate Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineer or a Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineer.

Basic Qualifications for an Assoicate Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Science or related STEM discipline plus 0 years of experience

• RF test experience and/or Antenna range operator experience

• Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing 50 pounds

• Must be willing to operate overhead cranes and mobile elevated working platforms on a routine basis

• A ctive Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

• U.S. Citizenship is required

Basic Qualifications for a Radar Cross Section (RCS) Test Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Science or related STEM discipline plus 2 years of relevant experience; or a Master of Science degree in Engineering, Science or related STEM discipline plus 0 years of experience

• RF test experience and/or Antenna range operator experience

• Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing 50 pounds

• Must be willing to operate overhead cranes and mobile elevated working platforms on a routine basis

• A ctive Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance

• U.S. Citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications for both levels:

• Experience working in an RCS test facility

• Experience configuring and mounting products in an RCS test facility

• Experience in the use of overhead cranes and mobile elevated working platforms

• Experience in the use of hand tools

• Experience maintaining an antenna range facility

• Working knowledge of computational electromagnetic software and analysis techniques

• Software development experience pertaining to radar cross section analysis

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Salary Range: $68,800 – $103,200

Salary Range 2: $83,300 – $124,900

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 most positions.