Hardware Engineer / Principal Hardware Engineer (Harrogate UK) – SBIRS

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Full time
Location: Harrogate
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Category:
Requisition ID: R10177678 Category:

Engineering

Location:

Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Clearance Type:

Polygraph

Telecommute:

No - Teleworking not available for this position

Shift:

Any (United States of America)

Travel Required:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available:

1

Northrop Grumman, Strategic Space Systems Division, is seeking a highly qualified

Hardware Engineer

/

Principal Hardware Engineer

to become a member of the Ground Terminal Department, specifically the SBIRS team. The selected candidate will be part of a motivated, diverse, and technically talented group located at a field site in Harrogate, UK. This role requires a two (2) year commitment and the ability to successfully pass a psychological exam. Ability to work odd and/or extended hours covering a 24/7 period and periodic rotating 12-hour shifts. The selected candidate will be required to: Know basic communication theory and be familiar with digital and analog modulation/demodulation techniques

Perform system, subsystem, unit and board-level troubleshooting and repair

Develop and modify procedures for alignment

Respond to system and subsystem anomalies as required

Explain root cause and fault resolution to a technical and non-technical audience

Have experience using oscilloscopes, BER testers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, volt meters and other equipment used for testing digital communication systems

Understand AC & DC electronic theory as well as various communication protocols such as RS232, RS422, GPIB, etc.

Have experience with basic communication theory, digital and analog modulation/demodulation techniques, testing and troubleshooting systems that use such techniques

Proven leadership experience on a project and/or team ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI access and complete a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start date

Basic Qualifications for a level 2: Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) plus 2 years of related experience; 0 Years with Masters OR 6 years of related experience in lieu of degree

Strong technical communication skills including technical documentation and proven ability to work as a member of a diverse team

Experience with the repair, configuration, troubleshooting and operations of network devices, computer systems (Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems) or SATCOM equipment

Willingness to complete a two-year overseas tour commitment

Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI access and pass a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start date

Basic Qualifications for a level 3: Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) plus 5 years of technical/engineering experience OR Master of Science Degree in a STEM discipline plus 3 years of technical/engineering experience OR 9 years of related experience in lieu of degree

Strong technical communication skills including technical documentation and proven ability to work as a member of a diverse team

Experience with the repair, configuration, troubleshooting and operations of network devices, computer systems (Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems) or SATCOM equipment

Willingness to complete a two-year overseas tour commitment

Ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI access and pass a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start date

Preferred Qualifications: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance / SCI Access with a counterintelligence (CI) polygraph examination adjudicated within the last five years

Previous experience supporting operations, maintenance, or I&T of digital electronics, RF communication, or SATCOM systems in the field to support the Department of Defense and/or the Intelligence Community is highly desirable; experience in military setting is a plus

Previous hands-on experience in circuit repair/testing, and familiarity with using lab repair and test equipment

Experience with various communication and network protocols such as RS-232, RS-422, GPIB

Previous COMSEC experience

Salary Range:

$73,900 - $110,900 Salary Range 2:

$91,200 - $136,800 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.

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