RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Test Engineering Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This leadership role is located in Palmdale, CA.

The Test Engineering Manager 2 is responsible for all facets of ATDC Test Engineering & ground operations, including staffing, planning, execution, and reporting in multiple technology areas. This position requires a highly motivated and self-starting individual with relevant ground test operations experience, who will be willing to work additional assignments beyond the defined requirements of this position, if required. Typical duties include:

Provide technical products and planning coordination for the Special Projects IPT as the manager for the System Under Test (SUT)

Complete control and ownership of the specific SUT asset throughout the required test phases

Lead test planning efforts and support working groups with all IPTs associated with testing the SUT

Interface with system design and analysis functions to develop test and test data requirements

Specify test article configurations and coordinate all test modifications

Coordinate with local and remote test facilities or ranges, other Special Project IPTs, subcontractors, and US Government agencies

Verify all documentation for modifications, test activities, and test results performed on the SUT

Fill in for all control test engineer functions, as needed, to support the program schedule

Report article status and provide detailed reports as required to Senior Management

Manage the daily test activities and personnel support, prioritize tasks and oversee the strategic long-term planning of test engineering & ground operations

Manage the daily tasks of the assigned personnel, including Test Engineers, Systems Test Engineers, Flight Test Technicians, and other support personnel

Manage the Test Engineering & ground operations including budgets, personnel, and resource scheduling as well as program de-confliction

Liaise with the Test & Evaluation (T&E) Functional Homeroom and the Government Ground Representative (GGR) as required for the statement of work

Identify all risks, issues, and pressures and develop mitigation and closure plans

The position may require Section Manager functional duties, responsible for up to 15 direct reports. Selected candidate will report functionally to the SIT&E Director and operationally to the Program Systems Test Ground Maintenance & Operations IPT Manager. Travel time is minimal, less than 5-10%.

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

Must have a Bachelor's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 9 years of relevant professional/military experience OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of relevant professional/military experience

Must have prior experience leading or managing a team

Must be willing to work non-standard shifts and overtime, as required

Must have flexibility to work additional test assignments within the Program Test IPT beyond the defined requirements of this position.

Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) and the ability to obtain and maintain a Top-secret clearance

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:

Master of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) or Master of Business Administration

Military major weapons system aircraft flight line management experience. Prior hands-on technician experience is a plus

Earned Value Management System expertise to include Control Account Management (CAM), Risk & Opportunity and Integrated Master Schedule experience

Active DoD Top Secret clearance, with an investigation date within the past 6 years
 

Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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. 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 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.