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# Senior Principal Test Design Hardware Engineer

- **Company:** Northrop Grumman
- **Location:** Waynesboro, VA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $111,700.0 - $167,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Network Analysis, Computer Programming, Control Panels, Logic Synthesis of Circuits, Hardware Design, Labwindows/Cvi, Zuken, SAP (Applications), Teststand, Software Verification, Break Fix, SC Clearance, Mentor Graphics, Pcb Layout
- **Published:** September 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/59504778-senior-principal-test-design-hardware-engineer

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, master's degree with 6 years of experience or Ph.D. with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics, or related technical fields; an additional 4 years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
 * U.S Citizenship is required.
 * Ability to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance
 * Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
 * Experience in hardware design
 * Experience with integrated (analog, power, digital) hardware Design
 * Experience in panel design, cable design, and schematic layouts
 * Experience with lab test equipment (such as Network Analyzers, DMM and O-Scopes)
 * Effective verbal and written communication, * Advanced degree in Engineering or related STEM discipline
 * Automated Test Equipment (ATE) design and integration background, a plus
 * Ability to work with minimal direction and guidance
 * Experience with LabWindows CVI, C / C++ programming
 * TestStand programming
 * Proficiency with digital, analog, RF test equipment, RF theory and high-speed digital design
 * Familiarity with differential digital interfaces like LVDS - PXI/PXIe and VME bus experience
 * Experience with schematic design tools (e.g., Mentor Graphics, Zuken, Capital, etc.)
 * Experience with hands-on troubleshooting with electrical hardware and software automation
 * PCB Layout a plus
 * Technical Lead experience (Sr. Principal)
 * Active Secret or higher clearance

## Description

* Design creative and flexible HW solutions with a motivated team of experts
 * HW Design Examples:
 * Console Design
 * Interface Panel Layouts and Interconnections
 * Power/Cooling Monitor and Control
 * RF Design
 * Electronic Circuit Design
 * SW/HW integration
 * Requirements verification
 * Actively support the investigation, resolution and documentation of product anomalies
 * Understanding Design to Cost, Scope and Schedule

This position is contingent upon the ability to obtain/maintain an active


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