Hardware Engineer - Level 5

Skip to main contentHomeProfileJob SearchApplicationsMy EventsJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionView All JobsHardware Engineer - Level 5United States-Colorado-Boulder No longer accepting applications.Job IDR10234483Northrop Grumman Space Systems (NGSP) is seeking a Hardware Engineer - Level 5 to serve as Hardware Team Lead and join our team at our facility in Boulder, Colorado.ResponsibilitiesLead 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 advise 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.Oversee procurement, integration, and testing of antennas, modulation/demodulation subsystems, server/storage/computing platforms.Control budgets and cost accounts for material procurement and program‑wide hardware baselines.Develop detailed requirement specifications, source subcontract agreements, and manage subcontractor performance for hardware and civil‑construction deliverables.Maintain vendor relationships, schedule adherence, and risk mitigationBasic Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree with 12 years of relevant experience – OR – Master’s degree with 10 years of relevant experience – OR – PhD with 8 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, with the ability to obtain a Top Secret/SCIHands‑on experience designing, integrating, and testing real‑time computer‑in‑the‑loop (RTCIL) and hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HWIL) laboratories.Design and integration of SATCOM ground terminals, RF‑over‑Fiber, high‑power transmitters, and phased‑array antennas.Strong background in server, storage, and network technologies (NetApp NAS, X86 virtualized servers).Certifications: CompTIA Security+ or ability to obtainPreferred Qualifications: 10+ years in satellite ground systems architecture, large‑scale IT project management, and hardware integration for DoD/IC programs.CompTIA Security+ certificationDirect leadership of multi‑site SATCOM installations and experience delivering to secure USG facilities.Demonstrated success managing large hardware baselines and procurement for programs Hands‑on experience with airborne/ground C2 systems (Kratos Compass, RT Logic, ViaSat).Experience with civil‑construction coordination for medium to large installations.Proficiency with MBSE (SysML) and Agile development tools (Jira).