Principal/Sr Principal FTB Flight Test Conductor

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, they're making history.

"Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding. Start dates are determined after funding confirmation."

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems in air and space that impact people’s lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our work preserves freedom and democracy, and advances human discovery and our understanding of the universe. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have a lot of 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.

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems has an opening for an in-flight Test Conductor for the GV Flying Test Bed. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL.

Essential Functions:

• Overall responsibility to Plan, coordinate, and execute a safe and effective Mission Systems flight test as in-flight Test Conductor
• Flight Test card generation and execution to support program cost and schedule
• Management of flight test requirements and associated metrics
• Develops and executes pre/post-flight mission briefings and post-flight reporting
• Coordination with multiple customer organizations to develop Detailed Test Plans

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels.

"This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below"

Basic Qualifications

"This requisition may be filled at either a Principal or a Sr Principal Test Conductor"

Basic Qualifications Principal Test Conductor:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 5 years engineering experience - OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of engineering experience
• Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government 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. Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
• Prior Flight Test Control Room qualification
• Ability to obtain / maintain FAA Class III Medical
• Must be willing and able to support extended / off nominal Flight Test Execution campaigns, to include occasional second / third shift, weekends, and business travel.
• Clear and concise communication style for management of Safety of Flight and Safety of Test parameters

Basic Qualifications Sr Principal Test Conductor:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) discipline and 8 years engineering experience - OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 6 years of engineering experience
• Your ability to transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. government 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. Proficiency in the use of the Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
• Prior Flight Test Control Room qualification
• Ability to obtain / maintain FAA Class III Medical
• Must be willing and able to support extended / off nominal Flight Test Execution campaigns, to include occasional second / third shift, weekends, and business travel.
• Clear and concise communication style for management of Safety of Flight and Safety of Test parameters

Preferred Qualifications:

• FAA Private Pilot or higher certification
• Existing Program Access
• Prior Test Conductor qualification
• Mission Systems flight test experience
• Experience in the military aerospace development environment is preferred.
• Knowledge of 8210 Program processes

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Salary Range

Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00

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. 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.

Additional Information

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

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.