Electronics Project Engineer/ Principal Electronics Project Engineer
Northrop Grumman· Defense· Oct 25, 2026 · 1d ago
United States-California-San Diego
Location
Hybrid
Work mode
Full-time
Schedule
Principal
Level
$133K–$210K
Compensation
2+ years exp
Experience
Job description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is looking to fill an Electronics Project Engineer or a Principal Electronics Project Engineer to join our team in San Diego (Rancho Bernardo), CA . The candidate should be a self-starter with familiarity working in an Integrated Product Team construct.
This candidate will be responsible for contributing to one or more project teams engaged in the design, implementation and modification of IT projects that span across functional organizations.
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Prepares project execution plan and identifies appropriate technical and business resources needed for the team.
• Contributes to completing projects on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with the technical requirements of the assignment.
• Knowledge of Program Management processes and procedures.
• Knowledge of industry practices and standards and demonstrates the skill and ability to perform professional tasks independently.
• Possess leadership and team building capabilities and have experience briefing Leadership.
• Possess solid organization abilities and be a motivated, flexible team player.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is NO remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required.
***This position may be filled either at the Electronics Engineer level OR at the Principal Electronics Engineer level based on the qualifications listed.***
Basic Qualifications:
• Electronics Engineer: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 2 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related engineering experience.
• Principal Engineer: Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 1 years of related engineering experience.
• Must be able to obtain DoD 8140 approved IAT Level II (or higher) compliant certification. Examples include: CCNA Security, Security+CE and CISSP within a reasonable time upon hire as determined by the program.
• Experience in managing the implementation of multi-disciplinary projects and stakeholders
• Must have an active US Government Top-Secret Clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Government SCI clearance
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business need
Preferred Qualifications:
• Active USG Top Secret SCI clearance
• Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
• Active DoD 8140 approved IAT Level II (or higher) compliant certification. Examples include: CCNA Security, Security+CE, CCNP, and CISSP.
• Experience and knowledge of Project/Program Management processes to include Control Account Management (CAM) Earned Value Management (EVM)
• Risks – Issues - Opportunities (RIO) processes, project planning and scheduling, staffing, coordination and oversight of technical work effort
Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit northropgrumman.com. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
Requirements
Must-haves
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time Description
This candidate will be responsible for contributing to one or more project teams engaged in the design, implementation and modification of IT projects that span across functional organizations.
Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Prepares project execution plan and identifies appropriate technical and business resources needed for the team.
Contributes to completing projects on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with the technical requirements of the assignment.
Knowledge of Program Management processes and procedures.
Knowledge of industry practices and standards and demonstrates the skill and ability to perform professional tasks independently.
Possess leadership and team building capabilities and have experience briefing Leadership.
Possess solid organization abilities and be a motivated, flexible team player.
The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is NO remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required.
Must be able to obtain DoD 8140 approved IAT Level II (or higher) compliant certification. Examples include: CCNA Security, Security+CE and CISSP within a reasonable time upon hire as determined by the program.
Experience in managing the implementation of multi-disciplinary projects and stakeholders
Must have an active US Government Top-Secret Clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Ability to obtain and maintain US Government SCI clearance
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business need
Nice-to-haves
Active USG Top Secret SCI clearance
Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
Active DoD 8140 approved IAT Level II (or higher) compliant certification. Examples include: CCNA Security, Security+CE, CCNP, and CISSP.
Experience and knowledge of Project/Program Management processes to include Control Account Management (CAM) Earned Value Management (EVM)
Risks – Issues - Opportunities (RIO) processes, project planning and scheduling, staffing, coordination and oversight of technical work effort
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
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