Principal / Sr Principal Engineer Aeronautical

Northrop Grumman Corp.; Edwards Air Force Base (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 213,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems at Edwards AFB, CA seeks a Principal or Senior Principal Aeronautical Engineer. You will be the technical authority for integration and verification, translate requirements into hardware/software specs, and ensure test readiness for complex aerospace projects.

This is a full-time, on-site role with no remote options, requiring TS clearance and the ability to obtain SAP clearance. Travel up to 25% and a dynamic, collaborative environment await.

Qualifications

• Formal education in a STEM discipline is required.
• Experience with test procedures, equipment, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to write clear technical documentation and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Act as the technical authority for system integration and verification.
• Translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.
• Support test readiness and analyze data to influence design decisions.

Skills

Technical writing

Test experience

Communication

Systems thinking

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Confluence

JIRA

Microsoft Office

IADS

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: Top SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal / Sr Principal Aeronautical Engineer to join the team of qualified individuals. Position is located in Edwards AFB, CA.Be the technical authority for integration and verification, building lab architectures directly from requirements. Champion test readiness, fuse HW/SW interfaces, and deliver data that influences design and program decisions.Key Responsibilities:Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost and risk, and supportability and effectiveness analyses for total systems.Analyses are performed at all levels of total system product to include: concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal.Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of customer or product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints.Performs functional analysis, timeline analysis, detailed trade studies, requirements allocation and interface definition studies to translate customer requirements into hardware and software specifications.The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position.Travel up to 25% may be required.Available to work odd shifts to include nights and weekendsWe offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.Position my be filled at either level based on the qualifications below:Basic Qualifications for Principal:Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Ph.D. AND 1 year of related professional/military experience.Basic Qualifications for Sr. Principal:Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 8 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree AND 6 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Ph.D. AND 4 year of related professional/military experience.Basic Qualifications for Both Levels:Must have an active US Government Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).Ability to obtain and maintain US Government Top Secret clearanceYour ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government Top Secret clearance (must be in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the Company.Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.In depth knowledge and experience of test experience, to include running checklists, radio communications, and working in a control room hierarchy, and control room monitoring.Demonstrated technical writing skillsRequired to obtain engineering qualification and maintain currency with company and customer provided training requirements.Experience with test, test equipment use and troubleshooting.Experience creating, updating and executing test procedurePreferred Qualifications:Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.Familiarization or experience with Confluence and JIRAExperience with Microsoft Office and Integrated Analysis & Data System (IADS)In depth knowledge and experience of various aerospace vehicles and mechanical systemsExperience working in an integrated test environment with multiple stakeholders and partnersExperience working in a combined test force (CTF) environment#YellowPrimary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00The 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.