Principal Test Lab Engineer (AHT)

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 Advanced Weapons is currently seeking a Principal Test Lab Engineer to have the responsibility for all hardware and test equipment in the test lab, including the investigation and integration of new technologies to enhance the test lab capabilities.

Responsible for all operational for the test laboratory usage. Responsible for integration of all hardware in the laboratories. Responsible for maintenance and certification of all hardware in the laboratories. Responsible for all technology planning for enhancement of laboratory capabilities. Responsible for maintenance and development of simulation environments used in the laboratories. A successful candidate will understand processes associated system test to include lab design, software, and system level testing. This position will be located at our Northridge, CA. site.

Primary Responsibilities include:

• Collaboration/coordination between different engineering functions to ensure proper equipment is need for different benches

• Coordination across the labs for configuration definition and management of the test lab environments to support strategic Test Lab Plan

• Support of proposed efforts to enhance or modify the test lab environment for future objectives.

• Resolution of issues and limitations within the test lab environment

• Leadership and management of test integration efforts and lab acceptance tests to ensure readiness of test lab configurations.

• Identify efficiencies to ensure technical and business objectives are achieved.

• Support the Northrop Grumman Environmental, Safety, Health and Medical (ESH&M) to ensure that the Laboratory is in compliance with all applicable Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), local and company health & safety, environmental laws, regulations, policies and procedures.

• Support Northrop Grumman Security personnel to ensures compliance to Personnel, Physical, and Information Security requirements.

• Work with Mission Assurance to ensure test lab compliance with Principles and Operating Practices to include Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) control and others

• Ensure that test equipment in the Lab, regardless of ownership, is in compliance with the mandatory periodic recall, calibration, certification, and labeling system through a partnership with the Northrop Grumman mission assurance, security and property management organization.

• Collaboration with the metrology department to ensure all calibrated equipment are not overdue.

• The candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels.

Basic Qualifications:

• 5 - years of experience with bachelor's degree in a STEM field; 9 years of experience in lieu of a degree

• Must have technical skills supporting a varied and diverse environment, including knowledge in common test equipment, i.e. oscilloscope, network analyzer, multimeters, power supplies, etc

• Understanding test and integration lifecycle in a test lab environment

• Adept problem solver and work well with team members in a fast-paced environment

• Experience in cabling/labeling, building, and maintaining an engineering lab with test fixtures, CTE, and STE

• Good understanding of test lab administration/managing tasks

• Current DoD Secret clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Well versed with test lab/infrastructure management for tools and procedures

• Experience managing inventory of assets and labeling/tracking etc

• Experience in setting up, using, managing, and configuring VMs for multiple users

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*Living in Northridge offers a perfect combination of urban living with the beauty of nature. It is a short drive away from downtown Los Angeles, the Hollywood Hills, or the rest of the San Fernando Valley. Take advantage of your flexible work schedule to enjoy shopping at the local Northridge Fashion Center or spend time at the local Recreation Center as well as easy access to nearby protected natural areas such as the Chatsworth Reservoir, the Santa Susana Pass State Historic Park, Lake Balboa or within driving distance, spend a day at the beach or snow ski at our local mountains. With Cal State Northridge right in the heart of town, the area has an active college-town energy combined with family-friendly suburban charm. The stunning southern California climate makes for year-round easy living. With an average of 284 sunny days during the year , it is safe to say you'll have plenty of time to enjoy your outdoor activities to the fullest.

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Salary Range: $97,500 - $146,300

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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

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 all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.