Test Engineer Electrical/Computer Science

Northrop Grumman•Rocket Center, WV

1d•$59,900 - $108,100•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector is currently seeking a Test Engineer Level 1/2 with background in Computer Science/Electrical to support our growing business in our Rocket Center, West Virginia location. This position will be located on-site at our Rocket Center, WV location. No remote work is available for this position. In the Test Engineer role, the winning candidate will ultimately review and verify static rocket motor test designs/methodologies, understand and maintain current deployed equipment as well as evaluate hardware health and obsolescence. You will monitor the area equipment for potential failure trends, investigating new and developing technologies while collaborating with management on its potential implementation. Safety is an uncompromised core value within our team and an appreciation for the products tested here is a must. The role includes both specialized code and general programming through DAS (Digital Acquisition System) software, excel macro/functions, MATLAB code and processing, and more as technologies evolve. Part of the role’s opportunities include performing electrical schematic reviews, implementing changes needed to maintain peak operational efficiency and reviewing area processes for improvement. Post test data review to understand and validate test execution is part of everyday experiences. An understanding of electronic circuits with special emphasis on Wheatstone bridge theory as it’s applied to calibration techniques is a preferred qualification. In our Testing Group, you will be able to exercise scientific methods as you evaluate tests, work with and understand equipment, advocate for and deploy software/hardware improvements, and collaborate with other Engineers. A hands-on deep curiosity for applied sciences, a multi-disciplinary approach to problem solving and a thirst for a breadth of knowledge will serve our next candidate for years to come! We value teamwork, continuous improvement, solving complex problems, collaborating with diverse Engineering Disciplines, and making a definitive impact through achievements.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Computer Science
0-1 years of relevant experience (for Level 1)
2+ years of relevant experience or a master degree with 0-1 years of experience (for Level 2)
Knowledge of test instrumentation/transducers (pressure, force, acceleration, position, temperature, strain etc)
Basic understanding of a PID control system
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (WORD, ACCESS and EXCEL)
Demonstrated organizational skills and project work
Ability to collaborate with others in a team to accomplish a common goal
Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite

Nice To Haves

Double Major in Engineering/CS with 0-1 years of relevant experience
Gage operation/knowledge/experience to include theory and selection
Instrumentation calibration knowledge (demonstrate Wheatstone Bridge theory/knowledge)
Demonstrate ability to complete projects on time with minimal oversight
Data Acquisition System operation experience
General programming experience/skills
EXCEL macro, ACCESS MatLab/LabView Database and VBA programming experience/programming skills
Demonstrate a broad approach to problem solving (multidisciplinary)
An understanding of electronic circuits with special emphasis on Wheatstone bridge theory as it’s applied to calibration techniques
A hands-on deep curiosity for applied sciences
A multi-disciplinary approach to problem solving
A thirst for a breadth of knowledge