Requisition ID: R10176763

• Category: Engineering
• Location: Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America
• Clearance Type: Secret
• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available: 1

At 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. At 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, but they’re also making history.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Sector is seeking an experienced leader to fill a Consulting Engineer Digital position in the Networked Information Solutions & Payload Ground Systems (NIS & PGS) organization based in Baltimore MD.
This person will have a technology leadership position that will span multiple roles:

• System Architect – Requirements development and system design for complex digital ASICs and digital systems

• Leader - Providing direction and oversight to internal and external interdisciplinary design teams developing systems and subsystem modules and components such as Single Board Computers, SoCs, ASICs, and FPGAs

• Innovator – Architecting, designing, and modeling digital systems and control algorithms implemented in Embedded Processors, ASIC and FPGA technologies

This position is contingent upon the successful transfer of an active DoD Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start
Roles and Responsibilities: 

• Working with Internal and external multidisciplinary teams to define product architectures to meet customer requirements

• Creating system & subsystem requirement specifications and directing design engineers during development process

• Developing integration and test plans for systems & subsystems

• Collaborating with design and implementation teams to ensure requirements are met on schedule and within budget

• Monitor and participate in the development of industry standards

• Driving improvement of internal engineering processes

• Supporting managers in business capture activities as needed

• Work closely with the directors and managers of engineering teams and programs

• Provide technical oversight to engineering programs

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree with 16 years of experience, a master’s degree with 14 years of experience or a PhD with 11 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Must be a US Citizen

• A current/active DoD secret clearance is required with the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP) prior to start

• Demonstrated proficiency in mentoring and the ability to build highly engaged teams.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present knowledge to a wide variety of audiences of different backgrounds effectively.

• Experience with designing and/or leading or managing digital design projects.

• Experience in all aspects of the digital design process, from requirements analysis through verification testing.

• Proven demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Knowledge of current digital technologies (digital hardware, FPGA, ASIC, SoC, and complex digital system design).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields.

• Experience leading or managing digital hardware, ASIC, FPGA, SoC, and/or digital subsystem design projects.

• Experience leading teams in a multidisciplinary engineering environment.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:  

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401k

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health & Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Link to Benefits:   
This positions 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.  

Salary Range: $213,400 - $320,200

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.