Test Engineering Manager 2

5 days ago


Edwards Air Force Base, California, United States Northrop Grumman Full time

Requisition ID: R10161311

Northrop Grumman is seeking a highly skilled Test Engineering Manager 2 to lead a team of flight test engineers in the Flight Test Organization (FTO) Sub-Systems department. This leadership role is located in Edwards AFB, CA.

The selected candidate will be responsible for providing functional leadership and programmatic guidance to a team of 15-20 aircraft sub-system flight test engineers of all grade levels. The ideal candidate will possess an extensive aircraft engineering and flight test background with strong technical and leadership skills.

The Test Engineering Manager 2 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.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead and provide functional leadership to a team of flight test engineers
  • Provide programmatic guidance and support to the team
  • Coordinate troubleshooting efforts on the test article
  • Interface with the maintenance team

Requirements:

  • 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
  • Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
  • Ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period

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 - $207,100

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



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