Principal Electrical Engineer - 17841
Northrop Grumman
- Location
- United States-Utah-Clearfield
- Work model
- On-Site
- Level
- Principal
- Posted
- Sep 16, 2026
Skills
About this role
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer. This position is located in Clearfield, UT and supports the Remote Visual Assessment (RVA) program. What you'll get to do: The Electrical Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and maintaining electrical systems, infrastructure, and equipment to support the government mission and operations. This role involves applying electrical engineering principles to design and develop new systems, modify existing systems, and troubleshoot and resolve electrical issues, while ensuring compliance with government regulations and industry standards. The Electrical Engineer will perform electrical analysis, simulations, and testing to validate designs, and will collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate electrical systems with other disciplines such as mechanical, software, and aerospace engineering. Additionally, the Electrical Engineer will develop and maintain technical documentation, including design schematics, technical reports, and test plans, and will provide technical support and guidance to junior engineers and other team members. Proficiency in CAD design tools, experience with electrical systems and equipment, and a strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, including power distribution, control systems, and signal processing, are essential for success in this role.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline with 5 years of relevant experience; Master’s Degree with 3 years’ experience; PhD with 1 year experience. Must be a US Citizen and have the ability to obtain and maintain an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance. Proficiency with MS Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Experience in full lifecycle of electrical system development and deployment – design, test, production phases Proven technical writing capability and experience communicating technical and programmatic data in presentations, reviews, papers, etc. Experience and knowledge with using and reading engineering drawings Software and/or Hardware testing experience Experience presenting engineering findings orally and in written technical reports and presentations.
Preferred Qualifications
Professional Engineer (PE) License Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or another Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university Experience or knowledge of system engineering Teamcenter/CPLM experience RF Testing Experience Minuteman III Weapon System Knowledge and Experience Knowledge and experience using CAD software (MATLAB & Simulink, Ansys, or similar) 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 -