Requisition ID: R10177508 Category: Engineering
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Clearance Type: Polygraph
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: Any (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available
Positions Available: 1
Northrop Grumman, Strategic Space Systems Division, is seeking a highly qualified Principal Digital Hardware Engineer to become a member of the Ground Terminal Department, working as part of a motivated, diverse, and technically talented group located at a field site in Harrogate, UK.
This role requires a two (2) year commitment and the ability to successfully pass a psychological exam. Ability to work odd and/or extended hours covering a 24/7 period and periodic rotating 12-hour shifts. Role Summary: The Principal Digital Hardware Engineer provides installation, integration, operation, maintenance, and repair support for the ground terminal architecture at customer sites as a part of a highly skilled and specialized team, ensuring the availability of critical mission systems. You will leverage your background experience and skills to provide time-critical observation, assessment, repair, and monitoring of complex communications systems and data links providing sustained operation.
Job responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following: Provide daily support and after-hours 24/7 response for the technical operations, maintenance, and anomaly restoration for all systems assigned to the program
Operate, maintain, repair/replace, and install various types of equipment and devices related to all aspects of satellite communications to include: antennas, servo systems, transmitters, receivers, mixers, switches, modems, upconverters/downconverters, amplifiers, networking/IT hardware, and associated wiring and peripherals
Develop and execute routine and non-routine maintenance plans and schedules for assigned systems
Apply technical knowledge of electronics principles to determine equipment malfunctions and apply skills to restore mission critical operations
Utilize sound technical writing to document equipment failures and prepare/brief status reports
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to plan and execute system installations/upgrades, test activities, IT security patches, and anomaly restoration activities
Provide training to operations and maintenance personnel for new system installations, enhancements, and test events
Provide COMSEC support to include operating and troubleshooting cryptographic equipment
Demonstrate proficiency and initiative in daily activities and carry a professional attitude towards customers, suppliers, and colleagues
Position may require planned and emergency travel throughout the year to various CONUS and OCONUS sites
The successful candidate must also be able to satisfy the following physical demands:
Ability to work on elevated structures at heights of ~100 feet
Ability to climb stairs (~300 stairs/day)
Ability to lift and carry up to 45 lbs
Ability to work in narrow and confined spaces
Ability to work in noisy, data center environments
Basic Qualifications: Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline plus 5 years of technical/engineering experience OR Master of Science Degree in a STEM discipline plus 3 years of technical/engineering experience OR 9 years of related experience in lieu of degree
Strong technical communications skills including technical documentation
Experience with the repair, configuration, troubleshooting and operations of network devices, computer systems (Windows and Unix/Linux operating systems), and SATCOM equipment
Possess Network+, Security +, or DoD Directive 8570 IAT Level 1 or higher certification
Well-versed with VMS, Windows, VxWorks, and/or LINUX/UNIX operating systems
Experience with Perl, Python, PowerShell or other scripting languages
Willingness to complete a two-year overseas tour commitment
Active DoD Top Secret Clearance & SCI Access Ability to pass CI Polygraph examination prior to start date Preferred Qualifications: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance / SCI Access with a counterintelligence (CI) polygraph examination adjudicated within the last five years
Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering degree
Network+, Security +, or DoD Directive 8570 IAT Level 1 or higher certifications are highly desirable.
Previous experience supporting operations, maintenance, or I&T of digital electronics, RF communication, or SATCOM systems in the field
Experience with Linux systems administration and configuring/maintaining network hardware
Previous hands-on experience in circuit repair/testing
Practical knowledge of testing and troubleshooting systems that utilize digital modulation techniques
Experience working in an Agile engineering environment and familiar with Atlassian tool suite
Experience with various communication and network protocols
Experience debugging and/or writing programs/scripts
Ham radio and SDR (software defined radio) experience is beneficial
Previous COMSEC experience
Salary Range: $91,200 - $136,800
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.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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.
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