Acoustic Test Engineer 2/3

Northrop Grumman•Sunnyvale, CA

1d•$91,800 - $171,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Acoustic Test Engineer level 2 or 3 to participate in testing US Navy Machinery (turbines, generators, and gears) based out of Sunnyvale, CA. Northrop Grumman manufactures, assembles, and tests the machinery onsite in our Sunnyvale facility. This role supports testing conducted during a 24/7 operation for durations of 30 to 45 days. The role does require shift support with extended hours for stretches up to 7 days within that 30-to-45-day window. This would occur approximately 4 times per year. All hours over 80 hours per two-week period are compensated. Any night shift work also carries a premium pay bonus. The fast paced and stimulating test environment offers the opportunity to grow technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and sound engineering judgement. We are looking for talented engineers to take on this challenge and grow with Northrop Grumman.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 2 years relevant work experience; or Master’s Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no relevant work experience. (For Level 2)
Bachelor's Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) discipline with 5 years relevant work experience; or master’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with 3 years of relevant experience; or Ph.D in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math) with no relevant work experience. (For Level 3)
Experience with MATLAB or equivalent tool to process and analyze large data sets.
Willingness to work in a hands-on environment with large hardware.
Must be a US citizen.
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret Clearance.

Nice To Haves

Prior acoustic experience is not required for this role.
Exposure to data acquisition is preferred.
Experience with data acquisition systems including measuring vibration (accelerometers) or noise (microphones).
Experience collecting and analyzing large data sets.
Experience in conducting advanced measurement techniques such as modal analysis.

Responsibilities

Work as a member of the test engineering team to lead and support acoustic acceptance testing of hardware including vibration (accelerometers) and sound (microphones).
Troubleshoot issues using basic fundamental skills along with advanced techniques including acoustic cameras, sound intensity, impact testing, and modal analysis.
Lead and support acoustic testing for the development and qualification of new systems and hardware.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to develop test plans and analyze results.
Prepare technical reports and presentations summarizing findings and recommendations for internal and external stakeholders.