Staff Principal Electrical Engineer - Vehicle Subsystems

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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. Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is currently seeking a Staff Engineer Subsystems Aeronautical Design to join our team of diverse, qualified individuals. This position can be located in Palmdale, CA, Oklahoma City, OK, Whiteman AFB, and San Diego, CA .  The Staff Electrical Engineer (EE) – Vehicle Subsystems & Integration will lead, and/or serve as the key contributor, on multiple aspects of aircraft subsystem development. The successful candidate will be deeply involved from project inception (RFP, requirements analysis, BOE) through hydraulic electrical subsystem layout, mechanical requirements, and final integration. As the engineering team’s subject matter expert (SME), the EE will guide projects from concept to sustainment, ensuring technical excellence throughout the product lifecycle.

Design & Development   Create hydraulic and electrical schematics for functional systems, selecting aircraft type conductors and electromechanical components (connectors, relays, switches, circuit breakers, terminal junction systems).  Conduct similar analysis for hydraulic systems, preparing test procedures, reports, and other deliverables. System Engineering  Lead trade studies, layout development, architecture definition, system testing, verification, and troubleshooting for all assigned components.  Participate in subcontractor management teams; act as the technical point of contact for suppliers during hardware development, qualification, and procurement. Testing & Verification  Develop and execute system level test plans, support verification activities, process test data, and resolve issues.  Perform system level evaluations to confirm that requirements are met and airworthiness criteria are satisfied. Leadership & Communication  Serve as the SME for multidisciplinary teams (10+ members), providing technical guidance from concept to sustainment.  Prepare and deliver presentations to senior leadership (director level and above).

Basic Qualifications for a Staff Engineer include a Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) and a minimum of 12 years of experience in Aerospace structural design OR an MS degree in STEM with 10 years of related experience OR a PhD in STEM and 8 years of related experience Proven experience leading a system’s development from concept to sustainment (“cradle-to-grave”). Demonstrated project-management capabilities. Experience acting as a SME for an engineering team of 10?+ members. Strong analytical skills with a track record of complex problem solving. Excellent written and oral communication skills; ability to create and present technical briefings to senior executives. Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance and a Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Active U.S. Government Secret (or higher) clearance