Principal / Senior Principal Systems Test Conductor

Northrop Grumman

91d • $100,300 - $150,500

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Principal / Sr. Principal Systems Test Conductor to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within the Special Test Equipment organization. This role is located in Palmdale, CA. This is an individual contributor role that may be filled at the Base or Principal level based on the qualifications listed, below.

Requirements

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent AND 9 years of related professional/military experience OR an Associate of Science degree AND 7 years of related professional/military experience OR a Bachelor of Science degree AND 5 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master of Science degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience OR a Ph.D. AND 1 years of related professional/military experience.
• Must have experience in a system test environment.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Must have the flexibility to work extended shifts, holidays, and weekends as required; this position is primarily for the 2nd shift.
• Must have the willingness and ability to work other shifts as assigned.
• Must have the willingness and ability to support international travel.
• Must have basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Nice To Haves

• BS/MS/PhD Degree in Science, Technical, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline.
• Active Secret clearance, with investigation closeout within the last 3 years.
• Experience in a production line or aircraft flight line maintenance environment.
• Prior experience with wire harness testing.
• Familiarity with standard test processes and documentation.
• Knowledge of Maintenance Data Collection systems (MES, FMT, CAMS, etc.).
• Experience in electrical wire fabrication and repair.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Knowledge of CATIA modeling.

Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for acceptance test procedures, test processes, troubleshooting, and discrepancy resolution, focusing on F-35 program subsystem electrical and mechanical support.
• Author acceptance test plans, work orders, and test variances.
• Provide direct support for wire harness testing, including coaxial and fiber optic testing.
• Collaborate with manufacturing functions to coordinate test activities and equipment, ensuring safe and efficient execution within defined schedules and budgets.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Savings plan
• Company paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree