Test Engineering Manager 1 - Palmdale, United States - Northrop Grumman

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 (NGAS) sector has an exciting career opportunity for a Test Engineering Manager 1 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals in support of the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) under the test and evaluation (T&E) center.

This is a work onsite position located in

Palmdale, CA.


POSITION OVERVIEW

The Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Systems Test Organization team at Palmdale Strike Site 3 requires a Level 1 Test Engineering Manager responsible for all facets of ATDC Systems 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.

The position may require Section Manager functional duties, responsible for up to 15 direct reports of non-exempt personnel (Flight Test Technicians).

Selected candidate will report functionally to the SIT&E Director or Department Manager, or to a more senior Program Level 2 Test Engineering Manager and reports operationally to the Program Systems Test Ground Maintenance & Operations IPT Manager.

Travel time is minimal, less than 5%.


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

Coordinate closely with other Program functional areas, to include Manufacturing, Quality/Mission Assurance, Engineering, and Program Management.

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, primarily Flight Test Technicians, but may also include Flight Test Engineers, Systems Test Engineers, 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 PAICoE Systems Integration Test & Evaluation (SIT&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


BENEFITS STATEMENT

We offer flexible work arrangements, 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment.

We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company.

Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself.

Every ERG is inclusive of all employees


LEADERSHIP STATEMENT
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.

Selected Candidate must be willing to work various shifts depending on the business needs: 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thurs) 1st shift; 4x10 (Mon-Thurs) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule Fri, Sat, Sun) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sat, Sun) 1st shift.

Basic Qualifications:
Must have 7 years of relevant experience with an emphasis on test engineering and/or ground operations required without a Bachelor's Degree; minimum of 3 years of relevant test experience with a Bachelor's Degree

Must have an active DoD Secret clearance, with an investigation date within the past 6 years

Ability to obtain a TS clearance and a PAR

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

Excellent communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of employees and management

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

Prior leadership experience


Preferred Qualifications:
Bachelor of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM)

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

Prior leadership experience


Salary Range:
$115,000 - $172,600

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.

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.

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

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit . U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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