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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Staff Engineer Hardware - **Company:** Northrop Grumman - **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $161,000.0 - $241,400.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Automation of Tests, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Data Security, Digital Electronics, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA), Hardware Design, Python (Programming Language), LabVIEW, Systems Integration, VHSIC Hardware Description Language (VHDL), Scripting, Hardware Testing, Yield Optimization - **Published:** August 21, 2026 - **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/D8CB2B16E8574120A741E55CD2AF8935/job/ ## About the Role Travel: Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, * Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline and typically 12 or more years of related engineering experience; or Master's degree in a STEM discipline and typically 10 or more years of related engineering experience; or PhD in a STEM discipline and typically 8 or more years of related engineering experience * Experience working with classified and unclassified networks, secure data/storage solutions, and government interfaces * Deep working knowledge of engineering principles, processes, and software/hardware integration * Hands-on experience performing electrical and RF troubleshooting using equipment such as multimeters, network/spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc. * Experience reading and interpreting specifications, schematics, and block diagrams and translate them into test and troubleshooting approaches * Experience assessing test equipment effectiveness (availability, performance, quality) and leading improvement efforts * Proven analytical thinking, problem-solving, and technical decision-making skills on complex hardware issues * Demonstrated ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams and to work both independently and as part of an integrated product team * Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance * US Citizenship required Preferred Qualifications * Experience serving as a hardware technical lead or subject-matter expert on a major program or product line * Experience writing, reviewing, and presenting technical information to internal stakeholders and external customers * MS degree in Electrical Engineering or related field, with specialization in RF or high-speed digital design * Knowledge of C, C++, LabVIEW, Python or other scripting languages used in automated test environments * Familiarity with FPGA/VHDL concepts and programming, and their interaction with hardware test and diagnostics * Experience in high-reliability, aerospace/defense hardware environments (mil/aero standards, environmental test, etc.) * Active DoD Top Secret Clearance ## Description Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Staff Hardware Engineer to join our team supporting F-35 Sustainment in San Diego, CA. In this role, you will serve as a technical leader and subject-matter expert for RF/digital hardware, driving sustainment strategy, design improvements, and test/process optimization across a complex hardware portfolio. What You'll Do * Provide technical leadership and direction for RF/digital hardware sustainment across the program * Define and drive hardware test strategies, architectures, and equipment roadmaps * Own high-impact investigations (RCCAs) and lead cross-functional teams to resolve complex hardware and test issues * Analyze hardware and test performance data to identify systemic trends and lead corrective/improvement actions * Guide the development, verification, and implementation of new or improved test methods, fixtures, and equipment * Collaborate with systems, software, and manufacturing engineering to ensure robust hardware/software integration * Mentor and coach engineers and technicians, building capability in troubleshooting and root-cause analysis * Establish and maintain product yield targets; drive yield improvement initiatives and report status in program forums * Support organizational and depot-level maintenance and technical support at customer and field locations, as needed * Partner with program management and functional leadership to align hardware sustainment priorities with program objectives Telework: Scheduled telework may be approved at the manager's discretion. ## Related Videos - [Crypto-secure Data Management with In-Database Blockchain](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/632-crypto-secure-data-management-with-in-database-blockchain) - [JavaScript? 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