Operations Lab Engineer/Principal Operations Lab Engineer

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: A US Government security clearance per customer's requirements.

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

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.

An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems Sector, Microelectronics Design and Applications (MDA) is a leading innovator in advanced microelectronics design and fabrication. MDA is seeking an Operations Lab Engineer. This position is located at Baltimore, MD locations.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems (NGMS) Advanced Processing Solutions is working to develop next generation high performance computing systems to meet the mission demands of the NGMS Networked Information Solutions (NIS) business. Superconducting electronics forms the core of our technology, with a focus on energy-efficient computation including our patented superconducting digital logic technology, Reciprocal Quantum Logic (RQL). On a gate for gate basis, RQL consumes orders of magnitude less power than CMOS while running at significantly higher clock speeds. The Advanced Technology Lab of Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking Cryogenic Lab Engineers. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Microelectronics Design and Applications (MDA) business segment.

Qualified Operations Lab Engineers will have experience with some of the following responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to cryogenic systems.
• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and operation of cryogenic and test equipment (Power Supplies, signal generators, pulse generators, frequency counter, oscilloscope, etc) in Lab environment.
• Oversee day-to-day operation of cryogenic test lab and ensure optimal functionality and safe working environment
• Asset management movement and tracking including compliance with calibration and government property policies
• Conduct periodic lab inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and standards in cryogenic and test operations.
• Identify and implement process improvements for operational efficiency

This position will serve on-site in Linthicum/ Annapolis Junction, MD.

This position can be filled at either the Operations Lab Engineer or Principal Operations Lab Engineer level.

Basic Qualifications for Operations Lab Engineer:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a technical area (BSEE or other Engineering discipline preferred) with 2 years of related experience or 0 years with technical Masters. 4 additional years of technical experience can be considered in lieu of a degree
• Experience with cryogenic test environments, including system operation and troubleshooting.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing electronic test systems.
• Must be able to navigate within a testing area and physically lift up to 35 pounds
• Must be a US Citizen
• Ability to obtain