Principal / Senior Principal Test Conductor – Flight Test Organization (FTO) Ground Test Specialist

2 months ago


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

**Job Summary**

Northrop Grumman is seeking a highly skilled Principal / Senior Principal Test Conductor to join our team of experts in the Flight Test Organization (FTO) Ground Test department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for planning and scheduling test events, working with engineers to develop test procedures, and performing test article operations.

**Key Responsibilities**

  • Plan and schedule test events to ensure timely and efficient execution
  • Collaborate with engineers to develop and implement test procedures and protocols
  • Perform test article operations, including test deck preparation and engineering briefs/debriefs
  • Lead test missions as an approved test conductor, ensuring seamless communication between teams
  • Provide support for post-test data processing and analysis to inform future test objectives
  • Offer first-line engineering support for maintenance, repairs, and modifications to systems under test
  • Analyze and interpret test data to inform engineering and leadership decisions

**Requirements**

  • 9 years of qualifiable, related professional/military experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Active DoD Secret or higher clearance, with ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance
  • Ability to work various shifts, including 4x10 and 3x10 schedules

**Preferred Qualifications**

  • BS, MS, or PhD degree in a STEM discipline
  • Experience in test planning, execution, and operations
  • Background in an aircraft maintenance/operations environment
  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance
  • Active Special Program Access (SAP)

**What We Offer**

  • Competitive salary range: $97,500 - $146,300
  • Discretionary bonus opportunities
  • Long-term incentives for Vice President or Director positions
  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, life and disability insurance, and savings plan
  • Company-paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)


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