Lab Ops Electrical Engineer / Principal Lab Ops Electrical Engineer

Northrop Grumman•Melbourne, FL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Aerospace Systems has an opening for a Lab Operations Electrical Engineer (Level 2) OR Principal Lab Operations Electrical Engineer (Level 3) to join our team of qualified, and diverse individuals. This position will be located in Melbourne, FL. Note: Due to the classified nature of the work being performed, this position does not offer any virtual or telecommute working options. In this role you will play a pivotal role in driving laboratory effectiveness and innovation. You will contribute to the design and preparation of laboratory environments, assist in test planning, and coordinate testing schedules. Your expertise will ensure that test stations and assets are fully operational, as you will deploy software and configure hardware for optimal testing. Collaboration will be key, as you work alongside Quality Assurance to validate and maintain test station integrity. Additionally, you will participate in test readiness reviews and integration events, ensuring rigorous standards are met. We seek a proactive and adaptable candidate who thrives in a dynamic environment, embraces diverse challenges, and values teamwork at all levels.

Requirements

Lab Operations Electrical Engineer (Level 2)
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 2 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline and 0 years of related professional/military experience.
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance, with an interim Top secret being required, prior to the commencement of employment, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business need
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, prior to the commencement of employment, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business need
Demonstrated experience in test engineering, lab operations and/or aircraft maintenance
Principal Lab Operations Electrical Engineer (Level 3)
Must have a Bachelor's Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related professional/military experience.
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance, with an interim Top secret being required, prior to the commencement of employment, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business need
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance, prior to the commencement of employment, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business need
Demonstrated experience in test engineering, lab operations and/or aircraft maintenance

Nice To Haves

Active DoD Top Secret Clearance and Program Access(es)
Experienced in reading and comprehending schematic diagrams.
Experience using Test Equipment, such as digital multimeters, O-scopes, power supplies, etc.
Experienced with Electronic Principles, MIL STD protocol for 1553, 429, and 1394 busses.
Familiarity with avionics systems and equipment, Test Stations, or Lab Operations.
Experience with software deployments and deployments tools.
Experience in Aircraft Ground Operations and Test.

Responsibilities

Oversee and maintain precise documentation of lab configurations, including schematics, wiring diagrams, and system specifications
Actively participate in the planning and execution of major testing events, collaborating with cross-functional teams to define test objectives and protocols.
Regularly provide updates on lab status, including equipment readiness, ongoing projects, and any potential delays or issues.
Troubleshoot component and system level issues/discrepancies
Perform Test Conductor Duties supporting multiple subsystems.