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Principal Electrical Engineer 3 – (EGSE)

Northrop GrummanChandler, AZFull-time$98,400 - $147,600

This engineer will join the Space Systems EGSE team in Chandler, supporting hardware used to integrate, test, and launch vehicles throughout the program lifecycle. Responsibilities span electrical design and analysis, equipment testing, requirements derivation, design reviews, documentation, risk evaluation, and resolution of technical issues. The position also contributes to trade studies, peer reviews, customer support, manufacturing support, and mentoring of less experienced engineers. Ideal candidates have hands-on experience with EGSE, automated test equipment, avionics or electronic systems, and laboratory instrumentation, with additional value placed on LabVIEW, networks, Linux, telemetry, or classified test environments. This opportunity suits an experienced electrical engineer who can work independently, collaborate across disciplines, lead technical activities, and maintain a strong focus on safety and quality.

Requirements

5+ years experience with Bachelor's in Engineering or 3+ years with Master's in EngineeringDesign, test, or integration experience with EGSE or similar equipmentProficient knowledge of electrical engineering principles and processesAbility to obtain DoD Secret Clearance and U.S. Citizenship requiredExperience with automated test equipment (ATE) design or avionics testing preferredLabVIEW/TestStand programming or NI hardware/software experience valued
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2,700+ AZ employees across Chandler (launch vehicles/missile defense), Gilbert (satellite manufacturing), and Mesa/Sierra Vista.

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