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Northrop Grumman
Engineer/Principal Engineer Survivability - Infrared Technology (California)
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What they do
An Optical or Laser Engineer researches and develops technology that uses the science of light (optics). Optical technology includes fiber optic cables, which enable high-speed internet connections across long distances, and lasers, which can be used to make very small incisions and measurements. Works closely with scientists and engineers from other fields on advances in technology.
$143,629 / year median in California
-3% projected decline
Job Description
Engineer/Principal Engineer Survivability
- Infrared Technology (California) Northrop Grumman
- 4.0 Redondo Beach, CA Job Details $101,000
- $187,900 a year 4 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Relocation assistance Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications Content creation for technical audiences Engineering phase involvement CAD design (engineering design task) Optics Programming languages Design engineering Product design Simulation tools Technical writing within technology Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
YesCLEARANCE TYPE
Secret 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.
- Infrared Technology to work on exciting and challenging projects.
What You'll Do:
Bring your experience in optical design to our team, acting as the responsible engineer for lenses and other optical components for cutting-edge technologies. Learn to model, simulate, and reduce the detectability of aircraft in the electromagnetic, infrared, visual and acoustic spectrums. Thrive in a fast-paced collaborative work environment with diverse assignments. Get your hands dirty and verify your predictions by building and testing physical models. Take responsibility for achieving customer goals and balancing the design in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.Basic Qualifications:
Educational/ Experience Requirements:
Engineer (LV2): 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 (LV3): 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. Demonstrated experience in design of optical systems using applied optical theory and raytrace methods- initial concept to manufacturable hardware design Demonstrated experience using tools such as Zemax, FRED, or Code V.
Preferred Qualifications:
Demonstrated experience designing non‑rotationally symmetric optics. Experience in infrared signature analysis using test data and/or infrared simulation tools. Demonstrated software development experience in C++, CUDA, or Python. Understanding of infrared radiation physics as it relates to aircraft survivability. Expertise in the design, planning, and execution of both laboratory and in-flight testing of infrared technologies. Experience with proposal writing and project cost estimation. Experience in project and/or supply-chain management. A current active U.S. Government in-scope DoD Top Secret security clearancePrimary Level Salary Range:
$101,000.00- $151,400.
Secondary Level Salary Range:
$125,300.00- $187,900.