Rf Microwave Design Engineer - Level 6

Northrop Grumman

Boulder, Colorado, United States
Base: $192,800.00 - $289,200.00; bonus/equity: dis...
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Active us government dod secret clearance
Designing integrating rf microwave systems
Experience with satcom ground terminals
** Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced RF Microwave Design Engineer to lead hardware teams in Boulder, Colorado, focusing on large-scale SATCOM ground systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical experience in RF design, integration, and project management, along with a strong commitment to teamwork and innovation. **

Job Summary

  • This role serves as a Hardware Team Lead responsible for the architecture and deployment of large-scale SATCOM ground systems supporting MEO-tracking stations.
  • The successful candidate will provide technical leadership on platforms such as Kratos Compass C2, RT Logic processors, and ViaSat modems while managing cross-functional engineering teams.
  • Northrop Grumman offers a competitive salary range up to $289,200 along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance, savings plans, and discretionary bonuses.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Northrop Grumman is seeking an experienced RF Microwave Design Engineer to lead hardware teams in Boulder, Colorado, focusing on large-scale SATCOM ground systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive technical experience in RF design, integration, and project management, along with a strong commitment to teamwork and innovation. **

Salary

Base: $192,800.00 - $289,200.00; Bonus/Equity: Discretionary bonus and potential Long Term Incentives; Benefits: Health insurance, life/disability insurance, savings plan, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Active US Government DoD Secret clearance
  • Designing integrating RF microwave systems
  • Experience with SATCOM ground terminals
  • Hands-on RTCIL and HWIL laboratory experience
  • Server storage and network technology background

Nice-to-have

  • Multi-site SATCOM installation leadership
  • Civil construction coordination experience
  • MBSE SysML and Agile Jira proficiency
  • Knowledge of RF performance metrics
  • Vendor relationship management skills

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM with 14 years experience or equivalent advanced degrees
  • Active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance required at application
  • U.S. Citizenship required for government clearance positions

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship

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