Staff Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 152,900 - 229,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Melbourne, FL is seeking a Staff Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer. You will lead instrumentation system design, data acquisition, and test activities for airborne platforms.

The role requires advanced STEM degrees with extensive related experience, a TS clearance, and knowledge of telemetry, RF systems, and instrumentation hardware. Collaborative, detail‑oriented work in a dynamic, defense environment is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or higher STEM degree with substantial related experience.
• Clearance requirement and readiness to obtain/maintain Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop Flight Test Instrumentation processes and modify electrical/mechanical drawings for instrumentation systems.
• Define instrumentation configurations and signal conditioning for airborne data acquisition hardware/software.
• Perform engineering design tasks and participate in design reviews and procedure writing.
• Design and maintain TTC Airborne Data Acquisition Systems and onboard data monitoring station.

Skills

Telemetry

RF

Onboard recording

Sub-systems

Education

Bachelor in STEM

Master in STEM

STEM PhD

Tools

Symvionics IADS

Job description

Relocation Assistance

Relocation assistance may be available.

Clearance Requirements

Clearance required for start: Yes.

Clearance type: Top Secret.

Travel

Yes, 25% 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, but they’re also making history.

Position Overview

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Staff Flight Test Instrumentation Engineer to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test & Evaluation organization. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for the development of Flight Test Instrumentation process, procedures and modifications of both Electrical and Mechanical engineering drawings related to Instrumentation systems for ground and flight test activities.
• Define Instrumentation system configurations and signal conditioning requirements common to Airborne Data Acquisition Hardware and Software such as sensor selection, installation methods, calibration and checkout requirements.
• Perform a variety of duties, including engineering design tasks as assigned, participating in electrical design reviews, and procedure writing.
• Design and maintain TTC Airborne Data Acquisition Systems, including an onboard Data Monitoring Station in conjunction with typical Data system components.

Job Benefits

We offer flexible work arrangements, a 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.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a Bachelor of Science degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) discipline AND 12 years of related professional experience OR a Master of Science degree in a STEM discipline AND 10 years of related professional experience, OR a STEM Ph.D. AND 8 years of related professional/military experience.
• Your ability to transfer and maintain a Top Secret government clearance, and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
• Must have professional experience with one or more of the following: telemetry, RF, onboard recording systems, ground stations, or sub-systems.
• Must have professional experience with specialized Instrumentation test equipment/sensors (e.g. Strain Gages, Accelerometers, Pressure Transducers).

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to create detailed design specifications, product manuals, ICDs, and/or design handbooks.
• Design and operational experience with TTC data systems.
• Experience working in Navy Flight Test environments.
• Familiarity with fundamental principles of Symvionics IADS software or working in a Mission Control Room.
• Basic knowledge of data bus architecture MIL-STD-1553, IEE-1394, ARINC-429, RS232 and RS422.

Salary Range

Primary level salary range: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00. 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.

Additional Compensation and Benefits

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.

Application Information

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.

EEO Statement

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.