Sr. Principal Digital Hardware Engineer - (Alice Springs AU) Requisition ID: R10176803 Location: Alice Springs, Northern Territory, Australia 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 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.Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for launch systems capabilities serving national security, military, civil and commercial 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.Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking a highly qualified Sr. Principal Digital Hardware Engineer looking to join a program hardware team located in Alice Springs, AU.The hardware team requires individuals with digital communication systems maintenance experience who can work in a structured configuration control environment.The selected candidate will be required to:Know basic communication theory and be familiar with digital and analog modulation/demodulation techniquesPerform system, subsystem, unit and board-level troubleshooting and repairDevelop and modify procedures for alignmentRespond to system and subsystem anomalies as requiredExplain root cause and fault resolution to a technical and non-technical audienceHave experience using oscilloscopes, BER testers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, volt meters and other equipment used for testing digital communication systemsHave an understanding of AC & DC electronic theory as well as various communication protocols such as RS232, RS422, GPIB, etc.Have experience with BPSK & QPSK waveforms and methods for testing and troubleshooting systems that use such techniquesProvide on-call 24/7 emergency anomaly response to diagnose data and support restoration/repair effortsBasic Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technical, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline plus (8) years of engineering/technical experience OR a Masters' Degree in Science, Technical, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline plus (6) years of engineering/technical experience OR a PhD in Science, Technical, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline plus (4) years of engineering/technical experience OR High School Diploma / G.E.D plus (12) years of engineering/technical experience in lieu of degree.Knowledge and understanding of basic communication theory, digital and analog modulation/demodulation techniques, AC & DC electronic theoryProven leadership experience on a project and/or teamAbility to obtain a DoD Top Secret clearance, SCI access and complete a counterintelligence polygraph examination prior to start datePreferred Qualifications:Active Top Secret/SCI clearance with an SSBI/Counter Intelligence polygraph within the last 4 yearsKnowledgeable in BPSK & QPSK waveforms and methods for testing and troubleshooting systems that use such techniquesKnowledge and understanding of various communication protocols such as RS232, RS422, GPIB, etc.Salary Range: $109,900 - $164,900 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.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.
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