Flight Test Engineer / Principal Flight Test Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems seeks a Flight Test Engineer to lead planning, coordination and execution of developmental ground and flight tests at Edwards AFB. You will develop test cards, manage schedules and provide crucial test control in real time.

The role requires a STEM degree with relevant experience, strong communication, and an active Secret clearance; options exist for Level 2 or Level 3 roles within the Test & Evaluation team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 2 years of related experience; or Master’s with 0 years.
• For Principal level, 5 years of related engineering experience; advanced degrees may offset experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and IADS or equivalent data analysis systems.
• Active U.S. Government Secret clearance or higher, eligible for SAP/PAR.
• Strong communication, safety focus, and ability to work under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination and execution of developmental ground and flight tests.
• Develop and maintain test cards, schedules and documentation; provide test control support.
• Serve as technical focal point in the control room and ensure safe mission execution.
• Coordinate with test operations and other engineering disciplines; supervise test participants.
• Oversee overtime, odd shifts and weekend test schedules as needed.

Skills

Flight Test Experience

Strong technical background

Excellent written & verbal skills

Microsoft Office

IADS data analysis

Education

Bachelors in STEM

Masters in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

IADS

Data analysis systems

Test & Evaluation tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Flight Test Engineer / Principal Flight Test Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. The position will be located onsite at Edwards AFB.

The Flight Test Engineer will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of developmental ground and flight test activities. The candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining test cards and documentation; providing test control support; and serving as a key technical focal point within the control room. This position requires an experienced engineer who can work under minimal/general direction, exercise sound judgment in real time, and drive issues to closure.

This requisition may be filled as either a Flight Test Engineer level 2 or a Principal Flight Test Engineer level 3

Essential Functions:

• Develop flight test and mission profiles; create and manage flight test cards and test schedules.
• Support distributed test operations and flight preparation sheets as required.
• Conduct ground and flight tests in accordance with established test plans, procedures, and safety requirements.
• Support test readiness reviews and lead/participate in pre- and post-test briefings.
• Provide mission control room support, making real-time decisions regarding safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of test execution.
• Support and collaborate with test operations personnel and other engineering disciplines during test card development, review, and execution.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration within a multidisciplinary team environment while also being able to work independently with limited supervision.
• Oversee and coordinate the activities of test participants to ensure efficient execution of test missions.
• Willingness and ability to work overtime, odd shifts, and weekends to support test schedules and mission requirements.

Basic Qualifications:

• (Flight Test Engineer Level 2) Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 2 years of related experience; OR Masters degree in a STEM discipline with 0 years of related experience
• (Principal Flight Test Engineer Level 3) Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) discipline and 5 years of related engineering experience; OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related engineering experience; OR a PhD in a STEM discipline and 1 years of related engineering experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools and Integrated Analysis & Data System (IADS) or equivalent data analysis systems.
• Prior professional experience in Flight Test
• Strong technical background with the ability to perform system-level analysis and evaluation.
• Outstanding written and oral communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey complex technical information to diverse audiences.
• Self-motivated, thorough, and detail-oriented, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and mission success.
• Must have an active U.S. Government Secret or higher clearance.
• Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Program Access (SAP/PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• In depth knowledge of or test experience, to include control room monitoring.
• Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

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.