Aviation Safety Test Engineer - Principal/Senior Principal

Northrop Grumman

Edwards (CA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 194,000

Full time

31 hours ago
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Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal / Senior Principal Engineer Systems Test - Aviation Safety Official to join our Test and Evaluation team onsite at Palmdale and Edwards AFB, CA. The role offers deep involvement in aviation safety programs, Mishap Response, and cross-team risk management for complex aerospace projects.

The position requires a STEM degree with extensive related experience and an active security clearance; salary ranges reflect top-tier aerospace industry

Qualifications

  • Must have a Bachelor of Science in a STEM field with 5+ years of related professional/military experience, or a Master’s in STEM with 3+ years, or a STEM PhD with 1+ year.
  • Active US Government Secret clearance (or higher) with recent investigation or Continuous Evaluation.
  • Background in aviation operations and experience with DCMA 8210 and aviation safety programs.

Responsibilities

  • Advise on aviation safety matters for the program.
  • Develop Mishap Response Plans for ground and air emergencies.
  • Maintain aviation mishap statistics and support investigations.
  • Coordinate semi-annual safety audits and publish safety materials.
  • Lead SMSP/T&E safety activities and train staff.
  • Represent the company in Aviation Safety meetings and risk reviews.

Skills

Aviation safety
Safety leadership
Cross-functional collaboration
Program advisory

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM
Master of Science in STEM
STEM Ph.D.

Tools

DCMA 8210 familiarity
Safety training materials

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems is seeking a Principal / Senior Principal Engineer Systems Test - Aviation Safety Official to join our Test and Evaluation team onsite at Palmdale and Edwards AFB, CA. The role offers deep involvement in aviation safety programs, Mishap Response, and cross-team risk management for complex aerospace projects.

The position requires a STEM degree with extensive related experience and an active security clearance; salary ranges reflect top-tier aerospace industry

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