Senior Systems Engineer – Space RADAR Payload I&T Technical Advisor

Northrop Grumman

. Solve complex technical problems during the AI&T process of space-based RADAR payloads .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeLinthicum • Maryland • United StatesSenior💰 $184,100 - $276,100 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in planning, executing, and analyzing integration and test campaigns for space-based RADAR payloads, with a strong focus on troubleshooting and problem-solving in multidisciplinary environments. Capable of mentoring team members and fostering a culture of continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with security clearance requirements.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Integration And Test Campaign PlanningEmbedded Firmware IntegrationRADAR System Command/Control InterfacesTS/SCI Clearance EligibilityRF Hardware Design And Analysis

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Hard Skills

Space-Based RADAR PayloadsTest Anomaly ResolutionAntenna Range ActivitiesFlight Software IntegrationAssembly And Integration PhasesTechnical Problem SolvingRADAR System Operational ModesCalibration Of Phased Array AntennasBeamforming TechniquesFrequency Conversion

Soft Skills

MentoringKnowledge SharingCollaborationCommunication Of Technical ConceptsContinuous Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

Active TS ClearanceActive SCI Clearance

Industry Keywords

Electrical EngineeringSpace Integration And TestSubsystem Level TestingPayload Level TestingSpace Vehicle Level Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Solve complex technical problems during the AI&T process of space-based RADAR payloads
Monitor and troubleshoot issues during AI&T, providing timely resolutions to unforeseen challenges
Track progress and provide updates to management and stakeholders regarding test anomaly and test failure resolution
Train, mentor, and guide team members
Foster a culture of continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Guide, validate, and improve assembly, integration, and testing phases of the RADAR payload production program
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to solve technical problems
Explain difficult technical concepts to program management and the I&T team

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in STEM with 14 years relevant experience, 12 years with MS, or 9 years with a PhD
Experience planning, executing, and analyzing integration and test campaigns, including near-field and compact antenna range activities for RADAR systems
Experience integrating embedded firmware, flight software, and hardware to realize radar system operational modes and command/control interfaces
Must be eligible for TS/SCI clearance
Preferred: BS and/or MS in Electrical Engineering
Preferred: Space Integration and Test (I&T) experience at subsystem, payload, or space vehicle level
Preferred: Experience with ESA/Phased Array Antenna Integration, Test, and Calibration
Preferred: Experience designing and analyzing RF hardware for space-based RADAR payloads, from front-end components to beamforming and frequency conversion
Preferred: Active TS and/or SCI clearance

Benefits

Comp & perks

Relocation assistance may be available
Overtime may be available depending on the position
Shift differential may be available depending on the position
Discretionary bonus
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business