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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Engineer... - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** Baltimore, MD, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $108,800.0 - $163,200.0 - **Contract:** Contract - **Skills:** Algorithm Design, Data Analysis, Systems Engineering, C++ (Programming Language), Hardware-In-The-Loop Simulation, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Systems Integration, Test Data, Software Coding - **Published:** June 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gc9vat ## About the Role + Bachelor of Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) with a minimum of 5 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree, 3 years with a Master's degree, or 1 year with a PhD. An additional 4 years can be considered in lieu of degree. + 3+ years of experience designing, integrating, or testing Electronic Warfare (EW) or Radar systems. + 2+ years of experience analyzing data collected on EW or Radar systems. + Experience and proficiency in troubleshooting system defects, and the ability to develop and drive solutions. + Experience operating Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) / Software-in-the-loop (SWIL) test benches + Experience with RF lab test equipment + Proficiency with the MATLAB programming environment. + Demonstrated ability to develop tools to support and enhance analytical tasks. + Demonstrated ability to develop and present compelling reports that summarize analytical findings, making a significant impact on the decision-making process. + Willingness and ability to work up to 100% onsite at the Baltimore campus., + Bachelor of Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) with a minimum of 8 years of related experience with a bachelor's degree, 6 years with a Master's degree, or 4 years with a PhD. An additional 4 years can be considered in lieu of degree. + 3+ years of experience designing, integrating, or testing Electronic Warfare (EW) or Radar systems. + 2+ years of experience analyzing data collected on EW or Radar systems. + Experience and proficiency in troubleshooting system defects, and the ability to develop and drive solutions. + Experience operating Hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) / Software-in-the-loop (SWIL) test benches + Experience with RF lab test equipment + Proficiency with the MATLAB programming environment. + Demonstrated ability to develop tools to support and enhance analytical tasks. + Demonstrated ability to develop and present compelling reports that summarize analytical findings, making a significant impact on the decision-making process. + Willingness and ability to work up to 100% onsite at the Baltimore campus., + Experience with Digital Signal Processing and algorithm development. + Experience with tools used to analyze Radio Frequency (RF) data at the I/Q level. + A strong working knowledge of Python and/or C++. + Experience with the integration and test of mature technologies in low-rate production. + Experience writing code to analyze Radio Frequency (RF) data at the I/Q level. + Experience analyzing Electronic Warfare test data. + Experience analyzing the EW kill chain including threat acquisition, tracking, identification/classification, engagement, and warfighter interaction. ## Description Our team has a need for an Electronic Warfare (EW) Systems Engineer supporting the integration and verification of one of the most advanced EW systems ever deployed on a Naval platform. Daily activities may consist of test plan development, operation of a Hardware-in-the-Loop (HWIL) digital test bench for data collection, analysis of test data, development of data analysis tools, mentoring of junior engineers, and the presentation of analysis results. Successful candidates will have the opportunity to troubleshoot and analyze the performance of highly visible system capabilities alongside a team of talented EW engineers. Northrop Grumman prioritizes mentoring and growth for our engineering team. This position offers exciting near-term challenges as well as long-term development through Northrop Grumman's technical career paths. This position requires up to **100% on-site work in the Linthicum/Baltimore, Maryland** campus and an active **interim/final** **Secret** clearance. What You'll get to Do: The selected Principal or Sr. Principal EW Systems Engineer will support the Surface Electronic Warfare Improvement Program (SEWIP) as an individual contributor/task lead. This role is responsible for designing, executing, and documenting EW system integration and test activities at multiple levels of fidelity and supporting data analysis and tool development efforts for the SEWIP program on behalf of the Navy. Essential Functions: + Develop and execute detailed RF test plans, setups, and procedures to assess system performance in complex and dynamic RF emitter environments. + Design controlled experiments for hardware-in-loop and software-in-loop test bench setups to reproduce and troubleshoot results from remote integration facilities. + Coordinate RF data collection and analysis across a subsystem integration lab (SSIL), system integration lab (SIL), and remote integration facilities. + Troubleshoot RF test setup, test equipment, and operational issues through Root Cause Analysis (RCA). + Document test results, prepare test status reports, and present your analysis results to senior leaders and customers, highlighting the impact of your work. + Dive into the intricacies of test data, uncovering insights that drive innovation and excellence. + Develop data analysis tools that will transform data into actionable insights and advance system design. + Mentor junior engineers, sharing your expertise and passion to cultivate future leaders in the field. + The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative team settings across all levels. ## Related Videos - [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail) - [Dirty Tests And How To Clean Them](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/515-dirty-tests-and-how-to-clean-them) - [Leveraging Large Language Models for Legacy Code Translation: Challenges and Solutions](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1157-leveraging-large-language-models-for-legacy-code-translation-challenges-and-solutions) - [Why Your Best Mediors Never Become Seniors (And How to Fix It)](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2108-why-your-best-mediors-never-become-seniors-and-how-to-fix-it) - [Data Science on Software Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/162-data-science-on-software-data) - [Stop Guessing, Start Measuring: Evaluating RAG Systems with Synthetic Test Data](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1982-stop-guessing-start-measuring-evaluating-rag-systems-with-synthetic-test-data) ## Related Articles - [What Jobs Can You Get with a Software Engineering Degree?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/398-what-jobs-can-you-get-with-a-software-engineering-degree) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers) - [Best Coding Boot Camps in Germany](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/237-best-coding-boot-camps-in-germany) - [The Most Popular IT Jobs on the Market](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/376-the-most-popular-it-jobs-on-the-market) - [The Ultimate Software Engineer Career Path Guide for 2023](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/146-the-ultimate-software-engineer-career-path-guide-for-2023)