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CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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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.

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 are currently seeking a Mixed Signal Test Engineer (Level 02 or 03) for tactical missile system development and production programs at Advanced Weapons located in Northridge, CA.  No remote work as this is an on-site position.

This position can be filled at a (Level 02) or (Level 03).  Basic qualifications for each level are listed below.

Basic Qualifications for Mixed Signal Test Engineer (Level 02): 

• BS degree in an engineering discipline; preferably in an Electrical/Electronic Engineering field with 2 years of experience or a MS with 0 years of experience.

• Experience in mixed signal CCA’s (Circuit Card Assemblies) product design, development and system level integration.

• Develops, coordinates and conducts power budget analysis, electrical system schematic, safety critical system and grounding scheme per provided requirements for existing and new development efforts.

• Design of Digital circuits with large scale FPGA/SoC’s and high-speed interfaces.

• Conduct verification and validation (V&V) testing as well as Conduct system-level testing.

• Must have strong troubleshooting skills and ability to systematically work though de-bugging process while maintaining proper documentation. 

• Secret Clearance adjudicated within the last 5 years 

Preferred Qualifications for Mixed Signal Test Engineer (Level 02): 

• Familiar with PWB (Printed Wiring Borad) design rules and techniques for CCA’s with >20 layers count from initial prototype to production. Knowledge of EDA tools package such as Mentor Graphics or equivalent.

• Experience with MIL-STD compliant designs that meet reliability and maintainability requirements.

• Ability to own and drive design reviews throughout development process. Collaborate with systems engineers, software engineers, and hardware engineers in planning design and development of systems to ensure software and hardware performance and compatibility.

• Develop detailed test plan for prototypes and assist in transition to production. Experience in setting up test benches and equipment as needed to perform validation testing.  

Basic Qualifications for Mixed Signal Test Engineer (Level 03): 

• BS degree in an engineering discipline; preferably in an Electrical/Electronic Engineering field with 5 years of experience or a MS with 3 years of experience in a related field.

• Experience in mixed signal CCA’s (Circuit Card Assemblies) product design, development and system level integration.

• Develops, coordinates and conducts power budget analysis, electrical system schematic, safety critical system and grounding scheme per provided requirements for existing and new development efforts.

• Design of Digital circuits with large scale FPGA/SoC’s and high-speed interfaces.

• Conduct verification and validation (V&V) testing as well as Conduct system-level testing.

• Must have strong troubleshooting skills and ability to systematically work though de-bugging process while maintaining proper documentation. 

• Secret Clearance adjudicated within the last 5 years 

Preferred Qualifications for Mixed Signal Test Engineer (Level 03): 

• Familiar with PWB (Printed Wiring Borad) design rules and techniques for CCA’s with >20 layers count from initial prototype to production. Knowledge of EDA tools package such as Mentor Graphics or equivalent.

• Experience with MIL-STD compliant designs that meet reliability and maintainability requirements.

• Ability to own and drive design reviews throughout development process. Collaborate with systems engineers, software engineers, and hardware engineers in planning design and development of systems to ensure software and hardware performance and compatibility.

• Develop detailed test plan for prototypes and assist in transition to production. Experience in setting up test benches and equipment as needed to perform validation testing.  

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* Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach or snow ski at our local mountains. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college-town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year, it is safe to say you’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest. 

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Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California - Northrop Grumman

Salary Range: $95,900.00 - $143,900.00Salary Range 2: $118,000.00 - $177,000.00The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.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.The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.