Principal/Sr. Principal RF MMIC Design Engineer

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Requisition ID : R10173024

• Category : Engineering
• Location : Linthicum, Maryland, United States of America McClellan, California, United States of America
• Clearance Type : Polygraph
• Telecommute : No- Teleworking not available for this position
• Shift : 1st Shift (United States of America)
• Travel Required : Yes, 10% of the Time
• Relocation Assistance : Relocation assistance may be available
• Positions Available : 2

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.

We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future.

Today’s dynamic global security threats require solutions both big and small solutions living within the Northrop Grumman Microelectronics Center (NGMC).

Boasting state-of-the-art design capabilities, multiple processing nodes, electrical testing, environmental and QCI screening, and failure analysis, the NGMC is a leader in designing, fabricating, packaging, and delivering discriminating microelectronics to the military, aerospace, and commercial markets.

MDA is seeking a Principal / Senior Principal RF MMIC Design Engineer with demonstrated ability to support our innovative MDA team in support of emerging supercomputing technologies.

What You’ll Get to Do :

• Manage, enhance, and maintain high-frequency simulation and Multiphysics software tools such as ANSYS (HFSS / Maxwell3D), ADS (Momentum), COMSOL, etc.
• Work with SMEs, product owners, and other team members to develop, document, and propagate best practices.
• Develop execution plans and advocate for the implementation of tools for identified simulation needs.
• Coordinate between different teams and programs to identify problems and provide solutions.

This position is contingent on clearance.

This position will serve on-site in Linthicum / Annapolis Junction, MD.

Principal RF MMIC Design Engineer Basic Qualifications :

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field, with 5 years of experience, or MS degree with 3 years of experience, or PhD with 1+ years of experience in RF, Analog, Digital, or Mixed Signal Circuit design.
• Design and simulation experience with a proven record of successful tape-outs; ability to design sub-blocks and perform chip-level integration.
• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso or similar IC design software.
• Working knowledge of the IC design flow including schematic capture, simulation, and layout.
• Strong understanding of RF network, and resonator transmission line theory.
• Microwave engineering background; understanding of s-parameters and impedance matching techniques.
• 2D and 3D Electromagnetic modeling background with commercial tools such as ANSYS (HFSS / Maxwell3D), COMSOL, Momentum, etc.
• Understanding of fundamental principles of finite elemental analysis.
• Experience debugging and validating simulations in the above tools.
• Able to obtain and maintain TS / SCI Clearance with Polygraph. US Citizenship is a requirement for this.

Sr. Principal RF MMIC Design Engineer Basic Qualifications :

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a closely related field, with 8 years of experience, or MS degree with 6 years of experience, or PhD with 4 years of experience in RF, Analog, Digital, or Mixed Signal Circuit design.
• Design and simulation experience with a proven record of successful tape-outs; ability to design sub-blocks and perform chip-level integration.
• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso or similar IC design software.
• Working knowledge of the IC design flow including schematic capture, simulation, and layout.
• Strong understanding of RF network, and resonator transmission line theory.
• Microwave engineering background; understanding of s-parameters and impedance matching techniques.
• 2D and 3D Electromagnetic modeling background with commercial tools such as ANSYS (HFSS / Maxwell3D), COMSOL, Momentum, etc.
• Understanding of fundamental principles of finite elemental analysis.
• Experience debugging and validating simulations in the above tools.
• Able to obtain and maintain TS / SCI Clearance with Polygraph. US Citizenship is a requirement for this.

Principal / Senior Principal RF MMIC Design Engineer Preferred Qualifications :

• Analog / RF, EMI / EMC PI signal integrity experience.
• An interest in superconductivity and advanced computing technology.
• Fabrication / Foundry 3D EM simulation and validation.
• Design of passive and active RF circuits.
• Experience implementing filters and low-noise techniques for noise-critical blocks such as LNAs and mixers.
• Proficient use of commercial tools for predicting the analysis of non-linear circuit mixing and crosstalk behaviors.
• Proficient use of at least one of the following software for linear and nonlinear circuit characterization : ANSYS (HFSS / Maxwell3D), ADS (Momentum), COMSOL, etc.
• Experience with SKILL or Python is a plus.
• Active TS / SCI Clearance with Polygraph.

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company.

Your benefits will include the following : Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9 / 80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Northrop Grumman has approximately 90,000 employees in all 50 states and in more than 27 countries. We strive to attract and retain the best employees by providing an inclusive work environment wherein employees are receptive to diverse ideas, perspectives, and talents.

Our Values. The women and men of Northrop Grumman Corporation are guided by Our Values. We want our decisions and actions to demonstrate these Values.

Our Responsibility. At Northrop Grumman, we are committed to maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and inclusion, protecting the environment, and striving to be an ideal corporate citizen in the community and in the world.

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Salary Range : $102,400 - $153,600

Salary Range 2 : $127,000 - $190,600

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action 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.

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