CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: No
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Northrop Grumman Space Systems Payload and Ground Systems Division in Linthicum, MD is seeking a Senior Principal Systems Engineer to update and implement new RADAR data processing algorithms into the existing MATLAB® model, called “System Bench”, of our Space Radar Data Processing Element (DPE).
This position is for joining an existing team of System Bench (MATLAB Radar Processing) engineers to support our development, production, and on-orbit Space Radar Payload programs.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Physics or Mathematics with 8 years of related experience or 6 years with a Master’s Degree
Experience with modeling RADAR data processing in MATLAB®
Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with the ability to maintain SCI approval/access.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s Degree including electives in radar data processing
Experience in radar data processing
Experience integrating and testing of RADAR modes
Greater programming experience/expertise in MATLAB®, C/C++, and Python
Experience with development and operational support of space payloads
Salary Range: $127,000.00 – $190,600.00
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.
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.
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