Analog Modeling and Simulation Engineer Level 3/4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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.

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.

An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems Sector, Microelectronics Design and Applications (MDA) is a leading innovator in advanced microelectronics design and fabrication. MDA is seeking an Analog Modeling and Simulation Engineer Level 3/4. This position is located at Linthicum, MD location.

Tasks will include some or all the following:

• Apply your skills as design engineer while learning about superconducting technology including NG’s patented Reciprocal Quantum Logic (RQL).

• Invent new circuit solutions and topologies utilizing superconducting Josephson Junction (JJ) devices.

• Design, layout and verify custom integrated circuits in NG superconducting technologies.

• Work with high-frequency simulation and Multiphysics software tools such as ANSYS (HFSS/Maxwell3D), ADS (Momentum), COMSOL, etc.

• Collaborate with subject matter experts, product owners, and other team members to develop, document, and propagate best practices.

• Develop execution plans and advocate for the implementation of tools for emerging simulation needs.

This position may be filled at a higher grade based on the qualifications below.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Bachelor of Science STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degree with 5 years of experience in RF, Analog, or Mixed Signal Circuit design; or Master of Science STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degree with 3 years of experience in RF, Analog, or Mixed Signal Circuit design

• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso or similar IC design software

• Working knowledge of the IC design flow including schematic capture, simulation, and layout.

• Strong understanding of RF network and resonator transmission line theory.

• Understanding of fundamental principles of finite elemental analysis.

• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in simulation tool development, verification, and loop closure comparison to test results.

• US Citizenship Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance (US Citizenship is a requirement for this).

Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

• Bachelor of Science STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degree with 8 years of experience in RF, Analog, or Mixed Signal Circuit design; or Master of Science STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) degree with 6 years of experience in RF, Analog, or Mixed Signal Circuit design

• Proficiency with Cadence Virtuoso or similar IC design software

• Working knowledge of the IC design flow including schematic capture, simulation, and layout.

• Strong understanding of RF network and resonator transmission line theory.

• Understanding of fundamental principles of finite elemental analysis.

• Ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams in simulation tool development, verification, and loop closure comparison to test results.

• US Citizenship Required

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) security clearance (US Citizenship is a requirement for this).

Preferred Qualifications for both levels;

• Experience with RF/microwave circuit design and proficiency with ADS suite of tools.

• Microwave engineering background; understanding of s-parameters and impedance matching techniques.

• Proficient use of at least one of the following software tools for linear and nonlinear circuit characterization: ANSYS (HFSS/Maxwell3D), ADS (Momentum), COMSOL, etc.

• 2D and 3D Electromagnetic modeling experience with commercial tools such as ANSYS (HFSS/Maxwell3D), COMSOL, Momentum, etc.

• Analog/RF, EMI/EMC PI signal integrity experience.

• Experience implementing filters and low-noise techniques for noise-critical blocks such as LNAs and mixers.

• Programming experience with Cadence SKILL or Python

• Active TS/SCI Clearance with Polygraph

Salary Range: $105,400.00 - $158,000.00Salary Range 2: $131,100.00 - $196,700.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 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.