Principal Engineer Electrical/Sr. Principal Engineer Electrical (Level 3/4)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Redondo Beach
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Space System is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. Space Systems Integration and Test group is seeking an Principal Engineer Electrical OR Sr. Principal Engineer Electrical (Integration and Test) to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals for the SDA program 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 troubleshoot of problems. The ability to use a scripting language and formulate automated test scripts is highly desirable. International 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 frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques Develop I&T test procedures, specifications, and test limits Execute I&T testing, monitor tests per specification, troubleshoot, and document all test activities Demonstrates the skill and ability to perform moderately complex professional tasks Understands NG test engineering practices and principles Understands both electrical circuits and software within the flight hardware and EGSE Supports EGSE and flight hardware test/troubleshooting efforts and ability to perform this tasking with little to no oversight from another Electrical Engineer Fully grasps escalation plan when test errors are encountered and understands when to proceed per NG/program process. Participates in anomaly resolution process while offering technical solutions for FRB approval. Travel and support different shifts when required Provides solutions to a variety of technical problems of increasing scope and complexity as assigned Has technical insight and experience to know if test set-up and results make sense Ability to establish and maintain infrequent inter-organizational and outside customer contacts on routine matters. Coordinates with ITEE team lead, electrical test conductors/technicians, and I&T managers to complete tasking. May participate, prepare, and present material in program review boards (ERBs, TRRs, FRBs, etc.). Other duties as assigned As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space 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 This 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 3: Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience. Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope Ability to learn and integrate new programming languages based off previous experience Basic Qualifications for Level 4: Bachelor’s degree with 9 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 7 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 5 year of professional experience. Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope Ability to learn and integrate new programming languages based off previous experience Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrate ability to learn and integrate Experience with hardware or software testing and test scripting Experience with proliferated systems testing or production line testing/planning Directly related experience in Integration and test Experience in Electronics troubleshooting and nonconformance documentation and resolution workflow Environmental testing (Thermal Cycle/Thermal Vacuum chamber testing, EMI testing) Programming or debugging experience with any of the following languages: STOL/JAS, Python Programming or debugging experience with any of the following tools: Manufacturo, Odoo, InControl, Jira/Confluence, Git/Bitbucket Experience in Aerospace or Defense industry (development or test) Active U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00 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 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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