18d ago

Mechanical Antenna Engineer - Level 3/4 - Dulles

United States-Virginia-Dullesmid
OtherAntenna Engineer
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Quick Summary

Key Responsibilities

Work on Spacecraft Antenna, Feeds, OMTs, and Deployable system Work closely with RF team in generating antenna optics, optimizing reflectors, feed location, procuring hardware,

Requirements Summary

Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.

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OtherAntenna Engineer
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Responsibilities

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  • →Bachelor’s degree with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.   
  • →Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance
  • →Ability to perform engineering tasks associated with design, manufacturing, and testing of space Antenna, Reflectors, and Deployable Support Structures.
  • →Experience with CREO Parametric CAD software.
  • →Experience with cost and schedule management.
  • →Ability and willingness to obtain government clearance.

Requirements

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  • Bachelor’s degree with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 3 year of professional experience.   
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance
  • Ability to perform engineering tasks associated with design, manufacturing, and testing of space Antenna, Reflectors, and Deployable Support Structures.
  • Experience with CREO Parametric CAD software.
  • Experience with cost and schedule management.
  • Ability and willingness to obtain government clearance.

  • Experience with Antennas system design (UHF to V-band), Deployable Support structures, and Secondary Structures.
  • Advance proficiency with CREO Parametric CAD software.
  • Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards and preparation of manufacturing documentation.
  • Experience with 3D Printing, Design for Manufacturing, and hands-on hardware fabrication.
  • Strong math background

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Primary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
United States-Virginia-Dulles
On-site at the office
Who can apply
Same as job location

About this job

Posted
18 days ago
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Listing Details

Posted
September 28, 2026
First seen
October 5, 2026
Last seen
October 16, 2026

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Mechanical Antenna Engineer - Level 3/4 - Dulles