Sr. Principal Digital Integration and Test Engineer
Northrop GrummanAbout the role
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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.Join Northrop Grumman Space Sector on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across space systems. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
Snr. Principal Digital I&T Engineer (T4):
Northrop Grumman Electronics and Payloads Engineering is seeking a Senior Principal Digital Integration & Test (I&T) Engineer for the testing of digital subsystems and products. Northrop Grumman E&P is a leading global supplier of Space systems. The Digital Technology department in Linthicum, MD develops subsystems and products with the aim of delivering advanced operational capabilities on schedule and under budget. In this position the I&T Engineer will design and develop advanced digital subsystems used in radar, Electro Optical, Electronic Warfare and other sensor and processing applications.
The selected candidate will perform integration & test of Space Payload Support Electronics (PSE), digital subsystems and products. The candidate must have good communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and demonstrated ability to work in a multi-discipline team. Performance is expected in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings. The selected candidates are expected to be self-motivated, and highly organized.
Typical Responsibilities include:
Provide or present I&T tests and/or plans, activities or status at program technical reviews or other technical meetings
Develop I&T Verification and Validation matrices of processing subsystem, board designs and FPGA logic designs based on compliance requirements, and supporting validation at the component, board and subsystem levels
Design, develop, creation and modification of Electric Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) in other words test set required for I&T activities
Lead and direct engineering teams during integration & test of digital subsystems and products
Design, develop, creation and modification of test scripts utilizing (FPGAs) Xilinx and Microchip FPGAs
Responsible for Planning, executing, and overseeing the integration and test activities for Payload Support Electronics (PSE).
Ensures the PSE meets performance, functional, interface and requirements before delivery to Payload level.
Develop PSE integration plan and procedures.
Coordinating with ECA designers and systems to ensure test readiness
Manage integration of HW/SW and FW at the PSE level
Coordinating with the Test Equipment Team.
Develop and execute detailed test procedures to verify functionality and interfaces.
Participate in design reviews, Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) and formal verification activities.
Support payload level integration with higher level assemblies and tests.
FlatSat Planning for PSE.
Assist Integrated Product team lead with test plan development, I&T schedule development, resources requirements and risk management
Coordinating with ECA designers and systems engineers to ensure test readiness
Manage integration of HW/SW and FW at the next higher assembly level
Coordinating with the Test Equipment Team.
Develop and execute detailed test procedures to verify functionality and interfaces.
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