Associate Electrical Engineer

Associate Engineer Electrical Or Engineer Electrical (Integration And Test)Northrop Grumman Space Systems Integration and Test group is seeking an Associate Engineer Electrical OR Engineer Electrical (Integration and Test) to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals in Redondo Beach, California.You will have the opportunity to design, develop, and execute test procedures and automated test scripts using spacecraft commands, telemetry, and electrical ground support equipment. The ideal candidate has system level test experience working with spacecraft flight hardware and good computer skills. Daily responsibilities will require I&T test preparation leading to direct contact with satellite and space flight hardware. Candidate must be able to tackle issues utilizing skills obtained in the field of electrical engineering, or a related discipline, preferably as it relates to system level integration and test. Required skills include the ability to communicate clearly and to use critical thinking in troubleshooting of problems. The ability to use a scripting language and formulate automated test scripts is highly desirable. International/domestic travel to support launch campaigns may be required. Shift and weekend work to support testing will be required periodically.Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:General use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniquesDevelop I&T test procedures, specifications, and test limitsExecute I&T testing, monitor tests per specification, troubleshoot, and document all test activitiesUnderstand NG test engineering practices and principlesUnderstand both electrical circuits and software within the flight hardware and EGSESupport EGSE and flight hardware test/troubleshooting efforts with oversight from more senior Electrical EngineersEscalate test errors per NG/program process and understand when to pause testing and/or proceedTravel and support different shifts when requiredAbility to establish and maintain infrequent inter-organizational contacts on routine matters.Coordinates with ITEE team lead, electrical test conductors/technicians, and I&T managers to complete tasking. May participate or prepare material in program review boards (ERBs, TRRs, FRBs, etc.).Other duties as assignedAs a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:Medical, Dental & Vision coverage401kEducational AssistanceLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Programs & Work/Life SolutionsPaid Time OffHealth & Wellness ResourcesEmployee DiscountsThis position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.Basic Qualifications for Level 1:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM fieldRequires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scopeAbility to learn and integrate new programming languages or web-based/software tools and applicationsBasic Qualifications for Level 2:Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM field with 2 years of professional experience – OR – Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related STEM fieldRequires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scopeAbility to learn and integrate new programming languages or web-based/software tools and applicationsPreferred Qualifications:Experience with hardware or software testing and test scriptingExperience with proliferated systems testing or production line testing/planningDirectly related experience in Integration and testExperience in Electronics troubleshootingExperience in Environmental testing (Thermal Cycle/Thermal Vacuum chamber testing, EMI testing)Programming or debugging experience with any of the following languages: STOL, JAS, PythonExperience with any of the following tools: Manufacturo, Odoo, InControl, Jira/Confluence, Git/BitbucketExperience in Aerospace or Defense industry (development or test)Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearancePrimary Level Salary Range: $76,200.00 - $114,400.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00 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. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.