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Sr. Staff Electrical Engineer – 6 - Deputy Subsystems Lead GPI Kill Vehicle

Northrop GrummanChandler, AZFull-time$166,500.00 - $249,700.00

This engineer will help lead the avionics subsystem from requirements definition through design, testing, qualification, and flight-related verification. The position coordinates electrical, systems, GNC, software, mechanical, manufacturing, and supplier activities to ensure the product meets technical, cost, schedule, and producibility goals. Responsibilities include developing architectures, analyzing interfaces and performance, maintaining engineering documentation, resolving risks, and presenting results at major design and readiness reviews. It suits an experienced avionics or guided-electronics professional who can lead complex development efforts and communicate effectively with both technical teams and stakeholders. Candidates should have substantial aerospace or defense engineering experience, strong systems-engineering judgment, and the ability to obtain a Secret clearance.

Requirements

Senior-level electrical engineering experience with expertise in vehicle or aerospace subsystemsDemonstrated leadership experience managing engineering teamsStrong background in complex electrical system design and integrationExperience with defense or aerospace programs and their technical requirementsAbility to communicate effectively across technical and program management stakeholdersActive security clearance or ability to obtain one
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Listed August 3, 2026 · Verify details with the employer before applying.

About Northrop Grumman

2,700+ AZ employees across Chandler (launch vehicles/missile defense), Gilbert (satellite manufacturing), and Mesa/Sierra Vista.