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Digital System Design Engineer Jobs in Utah (NOW HIRING)

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Orem, UT · On-site

$78.20K - $107.80K/yr

The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the mechanical design of lightweight, high-performance systems and subsystems, with a strong emphasis on advanced CAD design and assembly management. This ...

Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer

Orem, UT

$78.20K - $107.80K/yr

The Sr. Mechanical Design Engineer will lead the mechanical design of lightweight, highperformance systems and subsystems, with a strong emphasis on advanced CAD design and assembly management. This ...

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As a Design Engineer, you will: * Contribute as a key technical member on a team of creative ... Support system- and subsystem-level integration and test and qualification, including any anomaly ...

Infrastructure Design Engineer

Providence, UT · On-site

$142.90K/yr

Skills & Abilities • Extensive knowledge of software systems and network design tools. • ... engineering tools and applications. • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills. • ...

Design and analysis experience with analog or digital power converter design. * Experience guiding ... Three-phase power systems, power factor control, and inverter/rectifier development * Circuit ...

Design and analysis experience with analog or digital power converter design. * Experience guiding ... Three-phase power systems, power factor control, and inverter/rectifier development * Circuit ...

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Digital System Design Engineer information

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Digital System Design Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Digital System Design Engineer, you need a strong background in digital electronics, logic design, and hardware description languages such as VHDL or Verilog, typically supported by a degree in electrical or computer engineering. Familiarity with industry-standard EDA tools like Xilinx Vivado, Altera Quartus, or ModelSim, along with knowledge of FPGA and ASIC design flows, is essential. Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and effective teamwork and communication abilities set top performers apart. These skills and qualifications are crucial to ensuring reliable, efficient, and innovative digital systems that meet complex project requirements.

What are some common challenges Digital System Design Engineers face when working on large-scale projects?

Digital System Design Engineers working on large-scale projects often encounter challenges such as managing complex system requirements, ensuring interoperability between various hardware and software components, and meeting strict deadlines. Coordinating with cross-functional teams—such as software developers, hardware engineers, and verification specialists—is crucial for resolving integration issues and maintaining project alignment. Staying up-to-date with evolving technology standards and tools also plays a significant role in overcoming these challenges and delivering robust digital systems.

What are Digital System Design Engineers?

Digital System Design Engineers are professionals who design, develop, and test digital circuits and systems, such as microprocessors, embedded systems, and digital communication devices. They use hardware description languages (HDLs) like VHDL or Verilog to create and simulate digital logic. Their work often involves collaborating with software engineers and hardware teams to ensure that digital systems function efficiently and reliably. These engineers play a crucial role in industries like electronics, telecommunications, and computing.

What is the difference between Digital System Design Engineer vs Digital Hardware Engineer?

AspectDigital System Design EngineerDigital Hardware Engineer
Primary FocusDesigning and developing digital systems and architecturesDesigning digital hardware components and circuits
Skills & CertificationsDigital logic, FPGA/ASIC design, VHDL/Verilog, embedded systemsDigital circuit design, PCB layout, FPGA/ASIC, VHDL/Verilog
Work EnvironmentElectronics design firms, semiconductor companies, tech industriesElectronics manufacturing, semiconductor, embedded systems
Common UsageFocuses on system-level design and integrationFocuses on hardware implementation and circuit design

While both roles involve digital design and similar skills, Digital System Design Engineers focus on creating complete digital systems and architectures, whereas Digital Hardware Engineers concentrate on designing specific hardware components and circuits. Both roles are essential in electronics and semiconductor industries, often collaborating on projects.

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Electrical/Principal Facility Electrical Design Engineer - 17609*

Electrical/Principal Facility Electrical Design Engineer - 17609*

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Roy, UT • On-site

$132.60K - $162.10K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago


Northrop Grumman rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 336 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

104th of 511 rated manufacturers


Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription
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 Defense Systems is seeking a Electrical/ Principal Electrical Engineering Technical Lead for the team. This position is located in Roy, UT and supports the Sentinel program.
What You'll Get To Do:
This candidate will join the Sentinel Launch Systems Infrastructure Facility Electrical Design (FED) Team. This role will serve as a system and/or equipment design engineer on the Facility Electrical Design Team. Candidates must be able to understand the intent of Weapon System design at a general level and follow direction on how that informs facility power system design and equipment design decisions. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong work ethic, and must possess fundamental electrical engineering skills. Demonstrated ability to foster diverse and inclusive teams with high levels of engagement, including receiving mentoring and coaching from leads is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required, and the ideal candidate will have demonstrated success in collaborating with Engineering teams and associated stakeholders.
Roles & Responsibilities:
  • Supporting design requirements for electrical power generation, conversion and distribution systems, and circuit protective requirements for ground systems including Electrical System Analysis, test procedures, power architectures, reports, analyses, and other power related deliverables.
  • Attending internal program, customer and/or supplier technical exchange meetings and/or formal program milestone reviews to provide and/or obtain progress status updates.
  • Working in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.
  • Ensure appropriate coordination between facility electrical design and other integration teams.
  • Integration and documentation of electrical systems designs for the weapon system. Coordinate electrical system engineering content and work products.
  • May perform research, evaluation, and systems integration in electrical or electro-mechanical systems, cables, connectors, power systems, test equipment, and more.
  • Possess strong interpersonal skills to work effectively to understand system level interdependencies that impact electrical requirements and design constraints.
  • Demonstrate leadership principles - Integrity, respect, organizational, communication etc.

Basic Qualifications:
Engineer Electrical:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 2 years of experience, or 0 years of experience with a Master's degree

Principal Engineer Electrical:
  • Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of experience, or 3 years of experience with a Master's degree, or 0 years of experience with a PhD.

Both Levels:
  • Must be a US Citizen with an active DoD Secret Clearance.
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
  • Knowledgeable with Siemens Teamcenter PLM or equivalent.
  • Electrical engineering experience in at least two of the following fields: electrical architecture, power system and power equipment design, development and test of mixed signal circuits, interface definition (internal and/or external), or power distribution.
  • Experience utilizing power-system design and/or analysis software tools such as ETAP, PSS/E, SKM?(PTW), Easy?Power, PSCAD or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of industry/military codes and standards, including mil-specs, IEEE, NEC, NESC, NFPA, IEC, and UFC.
  • Comfortable with understanding industry codes, standards, specifications, and mil-specs.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft (MS) Office Suite (Word, Excel, Power Point, etc)."

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Previous NGC internship preferred.
  • Working experience utilizing power-system design and/or analysis software tools such as ETAP, PSS/E, SKM?(PTW), Easy?Power or PSCAD.
  • Electrical-design experience in CAD (e.g., NX, Revit) or equivalent.
  • Working experience designing, troubleshooting (RCA) and/or implementing ground-power, facility-power and launch-power systems.
  • Experience with high-power and/or high-frequency systems, including power-electronics.
  • Knowledge of EMI/EMC design, shielding techniques, and thermal management for electronic systems.
  • Experience using simulation and analysis tools such as ANSYS, MATLAB, or equivalents."

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
Primary Level Salary Range: $79,300.00 - $118,900.00
Secondary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00
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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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.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939