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At Northrop Grumman Mission Systems we understand that sometimes we must pause our professional life to support our family and loved ones. After taking a career break to care for children, aging parents or other family obligations, the road to return to work can be intimidating. iReturn can be the steppingstone in returning to your career.
We are seeking experienced and motivated professionals who are looking to return to the workforce after a career break of a minimum of 2 years in Systems Engineering. The Northrop Grumman iReturn program provides experienced professionals with internal support, mentors, and connections with other iReturning employee to transition back to a full-time career in one of several fields at Northrop Grumman through training, professional development, and networking opportunities. This "Returnship" program focuses on providing you with a seamless transition back into the workforce.
The Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Advanced Processing Solutions Business pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines the leading edge of exotic new technologies, and drives advances in the sciences. One of our most challenging new fields is Transformational Computing, which combines the unique properties of superconductivity and quantum mechanics to develop radical new energy-efficient computing systems. Our team is chartered with providing the skills to transform computing beyond Moore's Law, advancing development of computer architectures, processing/memory subsystems, and large-scale high-performance computing systems. You'll work in a R&D environment alongside a broad array of scientists and engineers to make these processing solutions a reality and deliver remarkable new advantages to the warfighter.
The Systems Engineering group is seeking Superconducting Electronics test engineers to join our devices test team.
This position will serve on-site in Linthicum/ Annapolis Junction, MD.
Responsibilities:
Lead and support test and test development activities for Quantum electronics research and development.
Testing procedures for the characterization and validation of quantum device function.
Support the current and future development of test platforms within function, cost and schedule constraints.
Document and implement test requirements and procedures.
Review test plans for accuracy and completeness.
Compile data and help to define changes required in testing methodology, equipment, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.
Basic Qualifications for Principal Superconducting Electronics Test Engineer:
Career break of a minimum of 2 years
Bachelor's Degree or higher in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a similar technical discipline with 5 years of related experience, or 3 years with a Master's Degree, or 0 years with a PhD.
This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.
Experience and specific technical knowledge of at least three of the following:
Work knowledge in the use of at least one of the following programing languages; MATLAB, Python, C, or C++.
Practiced experience with RF test equipment such as: O-scopes, Network analyzer, spectrum analyzers, etc.
Strong analytic skills and familiarity in performing data analysis.
Knowledgeable in basic principles of microelectronic device physics.
Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal Superconducting Electronics Test Engineer :
Career break of a minimum of 2 years
Bachelor's Degree or higher in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or a similar technical discipline with 9 years of related experience, or 7 years with a Master's Degree, or 4 years with a PhD.
This position requires the applicant to be a U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI with poly clearance per business requirements.
Experience and specific technical knowledge of at least three of the following:
Proficient in the use of at least one of the following programing languages; MATLAB, Python, C, or C++.
Adept in the use of RF test equipment such as: O-scopes, Network analyzer, spectrum analyzers, etc.
Well established trouble shooting and system integration experience.
Strong analytic skills and familiarity in performing data analysis.
Knowledgeable in the principles of microelectronic device physics.
Preferred Qualifications of Sr. Principal Superconducting Electronics Test Engineer :
Experience in superconducting electronics and associated test platforms.
Expertise of the principles of superconductivity.
Familiarity working with cryogens and/or cryogenic test systems.
Prior experience working in a laboratory environment.
RF device test experience.
Ability to communicate effectively to team members both written and verbally.
Adept at leading small teams of engineers and/or technicians.
Ability to adjust to changing priorities and requirements.
Active TS/SCI with poly security clearance.
NGiReturn
Salary Range: $99,800 - $157,000
Salary Range 2: $123,800 - $194,500
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.
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