2027 Associate H/W Electronics Engineer - Sykesville MD

H/W Electronics EngineerAt 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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.Entry Level opportunities at Northrop Grumman are unique. Are you interested in boosting your knowledge through experience and exposure, while supporting a mission that seeks to protect our nation and its allies? If so, then Northrop Grumman is the place for you!Our professionals live and breathe different perspectives; we are curious about the world, accepting each other, and aware that the more ideas, backgrounds, opinions and experiences we bring to our work, the stronger that work will be. Just as you would invest your time and hard work into our company, we focus on investing back into you through enriching professional experiences and high-quality learning and development opportunities. We want you to bring your whole self to work, and for you to have meaningful connections with your coworkers, customers and communities, while providing the best products, systems and technologies to protect our world.The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman's location in Sykesville, MD which is seeking H/W Electronics Engineers for Entry-Level opportunities.Roles and ResponsibilitiesYou'll Have an Opportunity to:Develop or troubleshoot electrical designs using common engineering/office tools (including MatLab, LT Spice, MS Office) for analytical techniques and electrical simulationSupport in assessing candidate components for use in designs and curating their implementation into design tool librariesImplement circuit designs in electrical CAD programs such as Siemens Xpedition and Capital Logic, gaining experience in circuit layout on printed wire boards, interconnects, and engineering drawing developmentUtilize electrical test equipment (DC power supplies, multimeters, oscilloscopes, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, etc.)Be introduced to design and testing experience with power management electronicsContribute to progressing designs through conceptualization, prototyping, finalized design, manufacturing, test and fielding.Basic Qualifications for an Associate H/W Electronics Engineer:Be completing or has completed their Bachelor's degree from an accredited institutionBe majoring in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) field.Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)Basic Qualifications for a H/W Electronics Engineer:Be completing or has completed their Master's degree from an accredited institutionBe majoring in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or a closely related STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) field.Be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite) as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite)Preferred Qualifications:Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.00/4.0 or higherA current/active US Government Secret clearancePay Range for a H/W Associate Electronics Engineer: $72,700 - $109,100Pay Range for a H/W Electronics Engineer: $87,600 - $131,400The 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. 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.