Space RADAR Payload I&T Technical Advisor – Staff Engineer

Northrop Grumman

. Solve complex technical problems during the AI&T (Assembly Integration & Test) process of space-based RADAR payloads .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeLinthicum • Maryland • United StatesLead💰 $169,000 - $253,600 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in solving complex technical problems related to AI&T processes for space-based RADAR payloads, with a strong focus on integration and testing of embedded firmware and hardware. Capable of mentoring teams and communicating technical concepts effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Integration And Test Campaign PlanningEmbedded Firmware IntegrationRADAR System Command/Control InterfacesSpace Integration And Test ExperienceRF Hardware Design And Analysis

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Hard Skills

Assembly Integration And Test (AI&T)RADAR Payload ProductionTest Anomaly ResolutionNear-Field Antenna Range ActivitiesCompact Antenna Range ActivitiesESA/Phased Array Antenna CalibrationBeamforming TechniquesFrequency ConversionTechnical Problem SolvingData Analysis

Soft Skills

MentoringKnowledge SharingCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

TS/SCI Clearance EligibilityU.S. Citizenship

Industry Keywords

Space-Based RADARElectrical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringSubsystem IntegrationPayload Level TestingFlight Software Integration

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AssemblyTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Solve complex technical problems during the AI&T (Assembly Integration & Test) process of space-based RADAR payloads
Guide, validate, and improve assembly, integration, and testing phases of the RADAR payload production program
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, fostering continuous improvement and knowledge sharing
Explain difficult technical concepts to program management and the I&T team
Collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to solve problems

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) with 12 years relevant experience, 10 years with MS, or 7 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 the radar system's operational modes and command/control interfaces
No clearance required to start but must be eligible for TS/SCI clearance
Preferred: BS and/or MS in Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering
Preferred: Space Integration and Test (I&T) experience at subsystem (e.g., RF panel, ESA, or processor), Payload, or Space Vehicle level
Preferred: Experience with ESA (Electronically Scanned Array)/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
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions

Benefits

Comp & perks

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