Test Engineering Manager 2 – FTO Sub-Systems

Requisition ID : R10161311

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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Test Engineering Manager 2 - Flight Test Organization (FTO) Sub-Systems to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization.

This leadership role is located in Edwards AFB, CA.

This selected candidate is expected to lead and provide functional homeroom support as a section manager for a team of 15-20 aircraft sub-system flight test engineers of all grade levels as well as provide programmatic leadership to this team throughout the flight test campaign.

They will possess an extensive aircraft engineering and flight test background with strong technical and leadership skills.

The leader must have experience with test planning, test execution in a flight test or lab environment and test reporting.

They will be responsible for coordinating troubleshooting efforts on the test article and interfacing with the maintenance team.

Clear and concise communication skills are a must.

This position is 100% on-site at Edwards AFB, CA. Due to the dynamic environment of flight test, occasional overtime and off-shift work (nights / weekends) may be required.

As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners.

You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team.

You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work.

You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to change.

Basic Qualifications :

Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline AND 9 years of relevant professional / military experience, OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of relevant professional / military experience, OR 5 years related experience with a PhD in a STEM discipline

Experience in a flight test or lab environment

Experience with Earned Value Management

Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)

Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications :

Significant experience in a developmental / operational test maintenance environment

Significant experience with one or more mission system disciplines

Experience in a US Air Force Combined Test Force (CTF)

Experience leading an aircraft operation under DCMA Instruction 8210 oversight

Strong ability to communicate complex technical issues and solutions

Salary Range : $138,100 - $207,100The 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.

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.

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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.