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# Hardware Engineer - Level 3

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Boulder, CO, United States
- **Salary:** $103,600.0 - $155,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Computing Platforms, JIRA, CompTIA Security+, Modems, Ethernet, IPv4, NetApp Applications, Networking Basics, Routing, Remote Access Technology, Satcom, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Integration, TCP/IP, Wide Area Networks, Computer Network Technologies, Hardware Testing
- **Published:** July 1, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9007428/hardware-engineer-level-3

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree with 5 years of relevant experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of relevant experience. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
 * Requires an active U.S. Government DoD Secret or higher security clearance at time of application, current and within scope
 * Knowledge of or experience designing, integrating, and testing hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) laboratories.
 * Experience with design and integration of SATCOM ground terminals, RF-over-Fiber, high-power transmitters, and phased-array antennas.
 * Background in server, storage, and network technologies (NetApp NAS, X86 virtualized servers).
 * Certifications: CompTIA Security+

Preferred Qualifications:

 * Experience with multi-site SATCOM installations and experience delivering to secure USG facilities.
 * Demonstrated success supporting large hardware baselines and procurement for programs
 * Hands-on experience with airborne/ground C2 systems (Kratos Compass, RT Logic, ViaSat).
 * Knowledge of RF performance metrics (G/T, tracking performance, axial ratio, phase variation) and EMI/RFI shielding requirements.
 * Networking Fundamentals (IPv4/v6; TCP/IP, LAN/WAN, routing)
 * Field Networking Ruggedized connectors, ethernet of fiber/copper)
 * Networking Management (Remote Access/Administration)
 * Understanding of MBSE (SysML) and Agile development tools (Jira).

## Description

* Support architecture, design, integration, and deployment of large-scale SATCOM ground systems supporting MEO-tracking ground stations.
 * Serve as mission engineer for end-to-end data-flow solutions (RF processing, A/D conversion, demod, de-crypt, networking configuration, cross-domain handling) and ensure compliance with down-link, transmit, spacecraft custody, and data-processing requirements.
 * Support and coordinate with cross-functional teams of engineers across microwave/RF, HPC, precision timing, IT/networking, and civil-construction disciplines; coordinate with antenna manufacturers, space-craft providers, and vendor partners.
 * Support procurement, integration, and testing of antennas, modulation/demodulation subsystems, server/storage/computing platforms.
 * Develop detailed requirement specifications, source subcontract agreements, and manage subcontractor performance for hardware and civil-construction deliverables.
 * Provide technical support for hardware development on platforms and simulators such as Front End Processors, wide-band processors, modems, and computing environments.


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