Sr Principal Electronics Engineer (Antenna focus) - Cincinnati Ohio

Company: Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Posted On: 02/02/2025

Category: EngineeringLocation: Cincinnati, Ohio, United States of AmericaClearance Type: Top SecretTelecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this positionShift: 1st Shift (United States of America)Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the TimeRelocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be availablePositions Available: 1At 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.Join Northrop Grumman - Cincinnati (aka Xetron), part of Mission Systems sector, focused on the development of new capabilities for our military and intelligence customers around the globe. Our Northrop Grumman Cincinnati, Ohio small business culture operates collaboratively within a larger corporation providing the benefits of both. This unique relationship offers employees the ability to know everyone at the site while working on technologies and products that are beyond state-of-the-art. You and your team will wrestle with the next big problems in an atmosphere of collaboration and cooperation, sharing your expertise while learning from the expert next to you. Remember when you were excited about getting to work because the challenge of the problem, the importance of the solution and the fun you had with your team? It's that kind of place! But don't take my word for it. See for yourself! See why we receive comments on our like "This company is insanely advanced" and "Wow. This is mind blowing." See some of our recent and read about some of the to live in.We are seeking an experienced RF Electronics Antenna Engineer to join our team at our Cincinnati, Ohio location. RF Electronics Antenna Engineers work on sensor, communications, and electronic warfare programs solving our customer's most difficult technical challenges. You will design and build low power custom RF electronics across a range of microwave frequency bands as well as the antennas included in such systems.Small program teams allow experienced engineers opportunities to have significant technical impact while leading and mentoring others. Our programs require innovative solutions from RF Electronics Engineers to design a solution that meets performance, power, and size requirements.Essential Duties:

• Design and build custom RF and digital electronic hardware, including antennas.
• Research advancements in technology to provide cutting-edge solutions.
• Design and test RF components and circuits including amplifiers, filters, mixers, up/down converters, and modulators/demodulators.
• Analyze and optimize RF system performance
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members to ensure program success
• Provide technical leadership to programs and mentor to other engineersBasic Qualifications:
  • A Bachelor degree in Electrical Engineering and 9 years of related electronics experience OR a Master's Degree and 7 years of experience OR PhD and 4 years of experience.
  • Proficient with simulation tools such as ADS, Spice, HFSS, MATLAB, CST and FEKO.
  • Basic knowledge of digital and RF circuit design.
  • Established knowledge of electromagnetic simulation and design of dipole, patch, and reflector antennas.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance(NG will sponsor).
  • US Citizenship is required.Preferred Qualifications:
    • Active Top Secret security clearance
    • Experience with schematic and layout tools
    • Design experience in the Space domain
    • Experience designing circuitry for microwave frequencies
    • Understanding of communication principals including modulation types, methods to avoid detection and methods to avoid intercept
    • Ability to design filters and match impedanceOur employees take advantage of Northrop Grumman's flexible work arrangements, including 9/80 schedules and 4/10 schedules. We offer training and learning opportunities supporting technical and personal growth in al business areas that benefit our customers. Northrop Grumman offers competitive benefits including 401k matching!Salary Range: $121,000 - $181,400The 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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