Northrop Grumman Space Systems sector, Digital Space Technology group located in Manhattan Beach, California, is seeking a motivated candidate to join the Electronics and Payloads Directorate. The selected candidate will become a Principal Engineer ASIC or Sr. Principal Engineer ASIC. The qualified applicant will work on digital designs for cutting edge space applications.
Primary responsibilities may include, but not limited to:
Development of RTL Design for digital systems
Perform simulation and emulation (lab integration), synthesis, timing analysis, logic equivalency check, etc
Development of verification plans and verification test benches using VHDL or System Verilog
Performing trace requirements as well as performing review and audits on the simulation test procedures and test environment
**Please be aware that this position is contingent upon capturing program award(s) and obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding **
This requisition may be filled at either a Principal Engineer ASIC or Senior Principal Engineer ASIC level based on the qualifications listed below.
Basic Qualifications:
Principal level:
STEM Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of engineering experience; or a STEM Master's degree with 3+ years of experience; or a STEM PhD. degree with 1+ years of experience
Experienced in RTL (VHDL or Verilog) design for space applications
Development of ASIC/FPGA architecture based on requirements
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active Government security clearance
Sr. Principal level:
STEM Bachelor's degree with 8+ years of engineering experience; or a STEM Master's degree with 6+ years of experience; or a STEM PhD. degree with 4+ years of experience
Experienced in RTL (VHDL or Verilog) design for space applications
Development of ASIC/FPGA architecture based on requirements
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain an active Government security clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
Hands-on lab experience with testing of digital hardware is highly desired
Experience with RTL design using Xilinx Vivado or Microchip Libero
Experience in SystemVerilog/UVM methodology for verification
Experience in DSP for Digital Communications design
Experience in digital network design
Active DoD Clearance or equivalent
**Please be aware that this position is contingent upon capturing program award(s) and obtaining and maintaining associated business and/or customer funding **
Primary Level Salary Range: $125,300.00 - $187,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $156,400.00 - $234,600.00The 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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.Northrop Grumman Azusa, California, USA Office
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