Opto-Mechanical Test Engineer

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

AOA Xinetics (AOX), a wholly-owned Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Payload and Ground Systems Division Business Unit, is a leading supplier of complex electro-optic and photonic systems and subsystems that control and manipulate light waves for a variety of applications. We are seeking an Opto-Mechanical Test Engineer for our Special Programs team in East Hartford, CT.

Learn more about AOX at https://www.northropgrumman.com/who-we-are/aoa-xinetics

Overview

The Opto-Mechanical Test Engineer is an integral part of our team of engineers and scientists in supporting various tasks related to implementation, use, and setup of electro-optical and photonics based work stations and test systems.   Stations and systems include, but are not limited to optical assemblies, mechanical assemblies, measurement equipment, electronic boards, and various other sub-systems.  The engineer will support technical problem solving, test definition, test result data compilation, equipment selection, and integration. The position will work in support of research, development, engineering, and business development efforts under general supervision.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field, with a minimum of two (2) years work related experience with electro-optic instruments and/or opto-mechanical test benches, OR four years additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree

• Experience with computer operated test setups and systems

• Experience with National Instruments hardware products, equipment, and drivers

• Experience working in multi-discipline teams

• Hands-on approach to problem solving and troubleshooting

• Good verbal and written communications skills related to technical approaches, work performed, test results, and findings

• Proficient with MS Office and basic DOS commands, including Ethernet and IP settings, and remote desktop support

• US Citizenship is a bona find requirement as applicants selected are subject to a government security investigation

• Active Top Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Physics, Optical, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering

• Experience with National Instruments LabVIEW and TestStand programming and NI DAQ/IO Hardware

• Knowledge of RS485 standards

• Experience using virtual machines

• Experience using Xilinx Tools, Linux Operating Systems and Python

• Familiarity with SQL Server, MS-Access, or other database utility

Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00

The 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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 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. For our complete EEO/AA 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.