Power Electronics/Controls Engineer T02/T03

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Sunnyvale
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: 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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Power Electronics/Controls Engineer Level 2/3 for the development and ongoing support of new and existing electrical designs used in surface ship and submarine propulsion and power generation systems for the US Navy based out of Sunnyvale, CA . The prospective candidate will work with a group of incredible people with backgrounds in Mechanical, Electrical, and Systems Engineers with focus on Control Systems and Electromagnetic Design. The prospective candidate researches, develops, designs, and tests electrical components, equipment, and systems. This position requires the candidate to be full time on-site This requisition may be filled at a Power Electronics/Controls Engineer Level 2 or a Power Electronics/Controls Engineer Level 3 based on qualifications listed below: Basic Qualifications for a Power Electronics/Controls Engineer Level 2: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 2 years related experience; or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline no related experience. Demonstrated abilities and experience in Mechatronics, Dynamics, and/or Control Systems. Control System Modeling and Simulation ability and experience. Circuit Design and Analysis ability and experience. US citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret security clearance. Basic Qualifications for a Power Electronics/Controls Engineer Level 3: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline with 5 years related experience; or Master’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Electrical Engineering or related Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics (STEM) discipline 3 years related experience. Demonstrated abilities and experience in Mechatronics, Dynamics, and/or Control Systems. Control System Modeling and Simulation ability and experience. Circuit Design and Analysis ability and experience. US citizenship required. Ability to obtain and maintain a DOD secret security clearance. Preferred Qualifications: Structural and Rotating element analysis ability and experience 2 years of work experiences with DOD related products PCB/CCB design ability and experience Experience with Electromagnetic Interference testing and design for mitigation MATLAB/Simulink proficiency C/C++/C# proficiency Understanding of FPGA concepts and programming Experience working with Large Scale Rotating Electric Machinery Current DOD secret security clearance Primary Level Salary Range: $91,800.00 - $137,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00 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.

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