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　　At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought-leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.

　　Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Sr. Principal Supplier Management Responsible Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals on a program at the Autonomous Systems Center of Excellence in San Diego, CA.

　　As a Responsible Engineer, you will play a critical role in the research, development, integration, and testing of a SIGINT payload for the Unmanned Aircraft, which is being developed by the US Government.

　　Candidates must demonstrate effective verbal and written communication skills as well as the ability to present technical concepts and information during meetings with US Government and industry counterparts.

　　The selected candidate must be able to apply engineering principles and techniques to provide support to the Mission Systems Integration Product Team (IPT) in the integration, test and delivery of a SIGINT payload into the aircraft.

　　Essential Functions:Setting up and conducting data analysis for in lab simulation testing and flight testingGenerating, analyzing, dispositioning, and verifying Work Tracking System Software discrepanciesAnalyzing, mitigating, and closing Flight Test Squawks and Laboratory Integration FindingsSupplier Schedule Management and ReviewAsset and Action Item TrackingLeading weekly meetings with status reportingSupporting Air Vehicle Production Build and acceptance testingTraveling and supporting programmatic needs in design reviews and onsite integration with government customers and industry and government partners and subcontractorsBeyond support for activities listed above, the candidate must be proficient in the areas below:Knowledge, Skills and Ability: Applies extensive technical expertise, and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Able to communicate effectively and clearly present technical approaches and findings.Problem Solving: Develop technical solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity.Discretion/Latitude: Work is performed without appreciable direction. Exercises considerable latitude in determining technical objectives of assignment. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long- term perspective, for desired results.Impact: Guides the successful completion of major programs and may function in a project leadership role. Erroneous decisions or recommendations would typically result in failure to achieve major organizational objectives.Liaison: Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects. Interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations.Basic Qualifications:Bachelors of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 9 years of experience in Engineering; OR a Masters of Science Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 7 years of experience in Engineering; OR a PhD in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university with 4 years of experience in EngineeringActive DoD Top Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain TS/SCIAbility to learn/perform Data Analysis and Sensor Integration and communicate complex technical concepts to program leadership Ability to identify, track and work technical issues Experience with technical oversight and management of hardware suppliersPreferred Qualifications:Experience working with Sensors and performing System Integration and Data AnalysisTheoretical understand and/or practical experience in the following areas:Electronic Warfare (EW) antennas and antenna systems, Radio Frequency (RF) and microwave electronics, Passive Direction Finding (DF) techniques, Co-site interference suppression techniques, Electromagnetic Interference (EMI) test and measurement techniques, IT Network classifications, topologies, architectures and standardsDemonstrated experience with NAVAIR SIGINT (both ELINT and COMINT) mission planning, collection management, signal collection and exploitation, and dissemination and distribution of related products and data to and across US Navy tactical systems and US National ArchitecturesActive TS/SCI security clearanceSalary Range: $133,000 - $199,600

　　The 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.

　　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.