Full-Time

Principal/Sr. Principal Design Systems Engineer

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$102.4k - $199.6kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior, Expert

No H1B Sponsorship

Halethorpe, MD, USA + 1 more

More locations: Annapolis Junction, MD, USA

Relocation assistance may be available.

US Citizenship, US Top Secret Clearance Required

Category
Electronics Design Engineering
Embedded Systems Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Required Skills
Data Structures & Algorithms
FPGA
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or other STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 5 years of digital engineering experience using industry standard simulation tools; 3 years with an MS degree; 0 years with PhD.
  • Design, development, creation, and modification of digital logic designs implemented in FPGA, or ASIC flow.
  • Simulation and verification of Digital Logic designs, requirements, and supporting validation at the system level.
  • Experience with Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Tools.
  • Experience with ASIC Specification generation and verification.
  • This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.
  • Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 8 years of experience, a Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years of experience, or a PhD in a STEM discipline with 3 years of experience.
Responsibilities
  • This senior systems engineering role is expected to work across Forging Armor program to define system functional and performance requirements and collaborate on verification/validation approaches.
  • The system engineer shall be expected to work with internal customers, scientists and engineers.
  • Lead the trade study definition, metrics development and evaluations for the use of novel technologies to aid in the development of support tools and target transformational computing systems.
  • Working with the SEIT Lead, they will lead, establish, and enforce the adoption of standard processes, configuration management, and good engineering practices.
  • Support the implementation of digital and mixed system architectures and algorithms.
  • Collaborate with Systems Engineering on architectural studies.
  • Review designs and analysis.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with DSP, MATLAB, and SimuLink
  • Experience with the Electronic Design Automation (EDA) Tool Quartus.
  • Experience with board or system level debug using test equipment such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers.
  • Generation of Test Benches and support of formal VHDL Verification.
  • Active TS/SCI with poly security clearance per business requirements.

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and manufactures systems that integrate various technologies to meet the needs of government clients, including the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Their products work by combining research and development with manufacturing processes to create comprehensive solutions that address complex defense challenges. Unlike many competitors, Northrop Grumman emphasizes long-term contracts and a diversified income base across different segments, which helps ensure stability and growth. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position through continuous innovation and by delivering effective solutions to its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's Manta-Ray drone development.
  • U.S. investment in space exploration offers opportunities for Northrop Grumman's space systems expertise.
  • Modernization of military aircraft secures contracts like the $3.5B E-6B Mercury successor.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging defense contractors threaten Northrop Grumman's market share in autonomous systems.
  • Agile procurement processes may disadvantage Northrop Grumman's reliance on long-term contracts.
  • Geopolitical tensions could disrupt Northrop Grumman's supply chain and international operations.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman specializes in autonomous systems, cyber, and space technologies.
  • The company has a strong track record with government contracts, including the U.S. Navy.
  • Northrop Grumman's diversified segments ensure a stable revenue base across aerospace and defense.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus