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Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an immediate opening for a Sr. Principal Systems Test Engineer within our Test and Evaluation Organization. The position will be located at our Palmdale, Ca facility.
What you may get to do!
Synthesizes customer contractual needs and requirements into system test solutions that acknowledges technical, schedule and cost constraints. Develops and directs preparation and execution of comprehensive test plans, procedures and schedules for completing systems. Coordinates integrated testing activities. Reviews and evaluates test requirements to insure completeness of test program. Performs technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations.
The primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
Contribute to the development of test plans, test schedules, and test procedures and support for integration testing.
Support and host test planning working groups.
Provide test execution support and make real-time decisions regarding safety, efficiency, and effectiveness of test article.
Participate in post-test data evaluation and discrepancy resolution.
Serve as the subject matter focal point to interface with internal and external organizations to develop test and test data requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree in STEM and at least 9 years of related experience; Masters in STEM and at least 7 years; Ph.D in STEM and at least 4 years of relevant experience in testing.
Current Active DOD Top Secret clearance .
Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
Occasionally available to work odd shifts to include nights and weekends.
Preferred Qualifications:
In depth knowledge of test experience, to include mission control room operations
Knowledgeable on mission systems and payloads
Salary Range: $117,700 - $176,500
Employees may be eligible for 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.
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