Senior Principal Engineer RF Software Integration and Test Engineer

Senior Principal Engineer RF Software Integration and Test EngineerPoint Mugu, CAApply NowAt 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. 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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences.The Northrop Grumman Mission Systems Field Engineering team based in Buffalo, NY is seeking a Senior Principal RF Software Integration and Test Engineer to support our Next Generation RF Environment Generator (NEWEG) Simulator at our Pt. Mugu, California location. We are looking for a highly motivated candidate that enjoys learning and solving problems. You will have the opportunity to work on complex electronic warfare simulators alongside a multi-disciplinary team.What You'll Get to Do:Manipulate bench software to diagnose hardware issues, write scripts to automate tasks, and utilize Python scripts to build threat emitter files.Debug software issues that arise with respect to the Python scripts.Interact independently with customers and coordinate engineering efforts within the company to identify solutions to customer-reported problems.Provide engineering support to resolve system level problems reported by the customer on delivered hardware.Maintain operational status and configuration of Electronic Warfare Stimulators.Utilize knowledge, special test equipment (STE), and instrumented data to troubleshoot/repair hardware failures.Support customer missions, monitor and convey stimulator performance, and assist with generating new emitters.Generate weekly status reports documenting test events and anomalies warranting further investigation.Basic Qualifications for a Senior Principal RF Software Integration and Test Engineer:9 years of relevant engineering experience with a Bachelor of Science Degree; 5 years of relevant engineering experience with a Master's degree.Experienced in back end debugging of Python scripts (or C++ coding experience will be considered).Experienced with hardware, performing systems level repairs and troubleshooting.Preferred Qualifications:Back End Python debugging Subject Matter Expert (SME).Enlisted military (EW or Intel) getting out and getting their Software Degree.Experience with other systems like AMES, A2PATS, CEESIM a plus.Knowledge of RADARs with SIGINT and ELINT.Familiar with programming Electronic Warfare (EW) threats utilizing the Electronic Warfare Integrated Reprogramming Database (EWIRDB).Ability to navigate Linux from the command line.Basic Web and XML understanding.Familiar with Wireshark.Electronics background that includes experience testing, troubleshooting, and performing repairs.Fluent in RF/Electrical test equipment, Spectrum Analyzer, Power Meter, Oscilloscope, and Digital Multi-Meters.Salary Range:

$133,000 - $199,600Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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