Flight Test Inspector III — Secret Clearance

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 73,000 - 121,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems seeks Flight Inspector3/Flight Inspector4 to join a diverse team in Palmdale, CA. You will support test personnel, verify readiness, and ensure compliance with documented procedures while handling calibration, documentation, and test results.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent with additional quality/mission assurance experience, an active Top Secret clearance, and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.

Qualifications

• Reading engineering drawings and specifications.
• Proficient use of inspection/measurement tools (micrometers, calipers, height gauges).
• Must have an active in-scope U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
• Ability to obtain Special Program Access (PAR).
• US citizenship is required for government-cleared roles.

Responsibilities

• Support test personnel to ensure compliance with documented processes.
• Review test plans and procedures before testing.
• Verify readiness to enter formal test events and document results.
• Identify quality problems and recommend solutions.
• Ensure proper calibration and disposition of damaged items.

Skills

Reading technical drawings

Inspection tools proficiency

Active Top Secret clearance

Special Program Access

US citizenship

Shift flexibility

FAA license? (preferred)

Program familiarity

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Additional quality/mission assurance education

Job description

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems seeks Flight Inspector3/Flight Inspector4 to join a diverse team in Palmdale, CA. You will support test personnel, verify readiness, and ensure compliance with documented procedures while handling calibration, documentation, and test results.

The role requires a High School diploma or equivalent with additional quality/mission assurance experience, an active Top Secret clearance, and the ability to obtain Special Program Access.