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Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, RF Engineering, or related technical field. * 8+ years of experience in EGSE design, development, and integration for aerospace or satellite systems.

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Seattle, WA · On-site

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Lead the design, development, integration, and sustaining engineering of Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) for satellite integration, test, and production operations * Define EGSE ...

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How much do egse engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for egse engineer in the United States is $101,752.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,000.00 and $116,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an EGSE engineer?

EGSE Engineers, or Electrical Ground Support Equipment Engineers, are professionals who design, develop, and maintain the testing systems and equipment used to validate spacecraft and satellite subsystems before launch. They ensure that all electrical interfaces and communications between the ground systems and the spacecraft are functioning correctly. EGSE Engineers play a critical role in the aerospace industry by supporting integration, testing, and troubleshooting activities throughout the project lifecycle. Their expertise is essential for ensuring mission success and the reliability of space-bound hardware.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an EGSE engineer?

To thrive as an EGSE (Electrical Ground Support Equipment) Engineer, you need a solid background in electrical engineering, instrumentation, and systems integration, usually backed by a relevant engineering degree. Familiarity with test automation tools, programming languages (such as Python or LabVIEW), and hardware/software interface standards is crucial, along with certifications in electronics or aerospace standards being advantageous. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are important soft skills for diagnosing issues and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. These skills ensure the reliability and accuracy of testing processes, which are critical for the success and safety of aerospace projects.

How does an EGSE engineer typically collaborate with other teams during spacecraft testing campaigns?

As an EGSE (Electrical Ground Support Equipment) Engineer, you work closely with systems engineers, test engineers, and spacecraft integration teams to ensure all testing equipment functions correctly and meets mission requirements. Collaboration often involves supporting the development of test procedures, troubleshooting interface issues between EGSE and flight hardware, and providing real-time support during test execution. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are crucial, as you'll regularly coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to resolve technical challenges and keep the testing schedule on track.

What is the difference between Egse Engineer vs Electrical Engineer?

AspectEgse EngineerElectrical Engineer
CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Electrical, Power Systems, or related fields; certifications like PE or EITBachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering; similar certifications
Work EnvironmentDesigning and analyzing electrical systems for power, automation, and control in industrial or infrastructure projectsDeveloping electrical components, circuits, and systems across various industries including manufacturing, energy, and electronics
Industry UsagePrimarily in power systems, automation, and infrastructure projectsBroadly used across electronics, telecommunications, power, and manufacturing sectors

Egse Engineers specialize in electrical systems within power and automation projects, often focusing on infrastructure and industrial applications. Electrical Engineers have a broader scope, working on electrical components and systems across multiple industries. While their credentials and work environments overlap, Egse Engineers typically focus more on power systems and automation in large-scale projects.

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Infographic showing various Egse Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% Internship, 2% As Needed, 2% Full Time, 69% Part Time, 15% Temporary, and 8% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $101,752 per year, or $48.9 per hour.

Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Engineer - Level 3/4 (AHT)

Gilbert, AZ • On-site

Northrop Grumman Corporation
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees
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Medical, Life, PTO

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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's Space Sector is seeking an Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Engineer - Level 3/4 to join our team in Gilbert, AZ.

In this role, you will join a team of EGSE Engineers interfacing with the spacecraft subsystem engineers, to obtain design requirements. Early on, there will be design work that requires documentation development in not only electrical design, but also some mechanical design, then support to an EDL (Engineering Development Lab) when the hardware is being built and assembled by the technicians. The next phase will be spent on integration and troubleshooting any problems on the product you helped to design and build to test the UUT. You will be responsible for designing test equipment (test racks, fixtures, selecting or designing digital/analog/serial and various signal interface cards, cables, etc.) to test and validate the operation of satellite components. You will work closely with hardware and software engineers, to understand component requirements and their designs, to create test set solutions that effectively and efficiently test them in both ambient and space conditions, such as thermal vacuum.

Your Role and Impact:

  • Working with the Cognizant Engineer and Test Engineer of the flight Hardware to obtain the Hardware Unit Under Test (UUT) Specification Requirements.

  • Developing requirements for testing of space vehicle components or UUT.

  • Working closely with the spacecraft UUT Design Engineer to ensure the component test equipment (CTE)/ automated test equipment (ATE) system will validate the circuit cards and/or electronics box under all test environments.

  • Working with the Test Engineer to develop the test plan for the UUT hardware environmental requirements.

  • Generating review material and supporting design reviews for the test equipment in development.

  • Hardware design of component test equipment (CTE) and automated test equipment (ATE) to test space vehicle components.

  • Ensuring that the technical requirements, cost, and schedule for the CTE/ATE system development is achieved.

  • End-to-end design, debug, test, and certification of CTE/ATE systems.

  • Documentation, development, and release of the CTE/ATE systems.

  • Generating Certification Test Procedures.

  • Supporting the test and debug for flight and non-flight spacecraft electronic circuit card assemblies (CCA) and boxes.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

Basic Qualifications for Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Engineer - Level 3:

  • 5 years of experience with Bachelors in STEM; 3 years with Masters; 1 year with PhD

  • Ability and willingness to obtain a Government Clearance

  • Experience documenting and developing cable drawings/wiring diagrams

  • Experience designing test hardware

  • Fundamental understanding of electrical circuit schematics

Basic Qualifications for Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) Engineer - Level 4:

  • 8 years of experience with Bachelors in STEM; 6 years with Masters; 4 years with PhD

  • Ability and willingness to obtain a Government Clearance

  • Experience documenting and developing cable drawings/wiring diagrams

  • Experience designing test hardware

  • Fundamental understanding of electrical circuit schematics

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Degree in Engineering

  • Experience designing hardware components for use in ATE/CTE

  • Experience using and programming Avionics/Field-Programmable Gate Array (FPGA)

  • Experience using National LabVIEW (RT & FPGA) as the primary development tool for EGSE software design

  • Experience using Python / Perl / STOL / TestStand

  • Understanding of Power Converter Design

  • Previously developed high level drawings with VISIO

  • Experienced in test requirements development

  • Experienced in development and supporting QTP/ATP/EMI testing

  • Experienced Testing and Troubleshooting of Flight Card and Box

  • Proficiency in Circuit Analysis and circuit design

  • Proficient in Schematic Analysis and Schematic Capture

  • Proficient in Cable Design

  • Proficient in EGSE Rack Design

  • Experienced with EGSE Thermal analysis

  • Fundamental understanding of general and specialized test equipment to include Signal Generators, Logic Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Power equipment, and Digital Multimeter

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00The 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

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