Senior Systems Test Lead, Aerospace Programs

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 161,000 - 241,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

9/80 schedule

401K matching

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems – Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) seeks a seasoned test leadership professional to drive system test programs and ground/flight testing. The role requires extensive experience, the ability to manage risks, and lead multi-site teams to deliver mission-ready capabilities.

Candidates must have strong communication skills, a proven track record in test engineering, and the capability to obtain US Government clearance and SAP.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science in STEM with 12+ years of related experience, or Master's with 10+ years, or Ph.D. with 8+ years.
• Background in system test, lab work, and ground/flight testing.
• Experience leading projects or teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain US Government clearance and SAP.
• Flexibility to work changing shifts as needed.

Responsibilities

• Identify test risks, issues and develop mitigation plans.
• Coordinate with ground test engineering and aircraft modifications for testing.
• Frequent interaction with Engineering at multiple sites and ensure cost and schedule targets are met.
• Provide program leadership and staffing forecasts to program management, ensuring proper staffing.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to work in a matrix environment.
• May be required to support extended shifts, weekends, and holidays as needed to maintain program schedule.

Skills

System Test

Test Engineering

Leadership

Risk Management

Clearance Eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science in STEM

Master's degree

Ph.D.

Tools

Jira

Confluence

MS Project

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Northrop Grumman’s Aeronautics Systems – Research & Advanced Design (R&AD) seeks a seasoned test leadership professional to drive system test programs and ground/flight testing. The role requires extensive experience, the ability to manage risks, and lead multi-site teams to deliver mission-ready capabilities.

Candidates must have strong communication skills, a proven track record in test engineering, and the capability to obtain US Government clearance and SAP.