Test Conductor / Principal Test Conductor

Relocation assistance is not available. A Secret security clearance is required to start. Travel is required, up to 10% of the time.

About the role

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Test Conductor / Principal Test Conductor to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This position will be located onsite in Palmdale, CA. This role may be filled at the Base or Principal levels based on qualifications.

The PDM Test Engineering Organization within Depot & Modification Center (D&MC) is seeking a Test Conductor to assist with ground and flight test events, work with System Test Engineers (STEs) to execute test procedures, perform postproduction system operations, and track test data safely and effectively. The selected candidate will also assist with coordination of supporting organizations in executing and planning a test program.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and conduct article test operations as an approved test conductor, including test control room preparation, attending pre/post process briefs, coordination with scheduling, manufacturing, instrumentation, and leading the test team through test procedures as the link between ground support team, control room test engineers, Systems Safety, and flight crew.
• Provide support for post-test data processing and analysis as required to support test objectives.
• Provide guidance to maintenance personnel for maintenance, repairs, and modifications to system under test.
• Analyze and interpret test data; provide recommendations to Engineering and Leadership for alternate means of compliance as required; support development and execution of test objectives.
• Utilize excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate strong collaboration and teamwork to ensure effective training.
• Work independently while exercising good judgment, demonstrating flexibility and agility, prioritizing multiple tasks with competing deadlines, managing schedule conflicts, and providing excellent follow through.
• Work well with an ever-changing team of aircraft technicians and engineers in a dynamic environment.

We offer 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.

Requirements

Base Level

• High School diploma (or equivalent) AND 6 years of related professional/military experience, or an Associate of Science degree AND 4 years of related professional/military experience, or a Bachelor of Science degree AND 2 years of related professional/military experience, or a Master of Science degree AND 0 years of related professional/military experience.
• Active US Government Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
• Willing and able to work various shifts including 4/10 days, 4/10 nights, 3/10 day, and 3/10 nights.
• Willing and able to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as required.

Principal Level

• High School diploma (or equivalent) AND 9 years of related professional/military experience, or an Associate of Science degree AND 7 years of related professional/military experience, or a Bachelor of Science degree AND 5 years of related professional/military experience, or a Master of Science degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience.
• Active US Government Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 6 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• Ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.
• Willing and able to work various shifts including 4/10 days, 4/10 nights, 3/10 day, and 3/10 nights.
• Willing and able to work extended hours, weekends, and holidays as required.

Preferred Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline.
• Experience that includes test planning, execution, and operations.
• Experience in an aircraft maintenance/operations environment.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance.
• Active Special Program Access (SAP).
• Previous experience with aircraft systems testing; B-2 experience preferred.
• Experience reading and working to Air Force Technical Orders.
• Experience with aircraft data analysis, using OGP (On Board Test System Ground Processor).
• Proficiency with the full suite of Microsoft Office Tools.
• Documented experience working in an Integrated Product Team (IPT) environment.

Pay

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.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company-paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

Schedule

• Various shifts including 4/10 days, 4/10 nights, 3/10 day, and 3/10 nights
• Extended hours, weekends, and holidays as required