RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
**Description**
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.
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** has an opening for a **Principal / Sr. Principal Test Engineer** with an active clearance **,** to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals.
**_The selected candidate will be required to work full-time, on-site at our facility in Northridge, CA._**
+ Designs hardware, software, and interface specifications for equipment used to support laboratory, test, and operational environments.
+ Develops or reviews test cases, verification compliance matrices, and writes system-level procedures.
+ Tests and validates to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements.
+ Identifies functional problems and suggests resolutions.
+ Documents, communicates, and provides feedback and recommendations for product and design changes.
+ Ensure testing procedures comply with any required government-specific standards.
+ May coordinate with vendors or supplies to modify or develop testing for components or other parts.
+ Responsible for planning and arranging the labor, schedules, equipment, and diagnostics required for testing and evaluating both standard and special devices.
+ Specifies tests to be performed and provides test area with parameters for sample testing.
+ Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment and diagnostics, testing procedures, manufacturing processes, or new testing requirements.
+ Responsible for designing, developing, and implementing cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems and equipment.
+ Manages all aspects of complex projects.
**Basic Qualifications for a Principal Test Engineer:**
+ 5+ years of experience in architecting, designing, integrating, and test experience with special test equipment.
+ Experience troubleshooting hardware using standard test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, scopes, etc.
+ Experience in Special Test Equipment multipurpose integrated test units engineered, designed, fabricated, or modified to accomplish special purpose testing in performing a contract.
+ Experience working in a Production/Manufacturing environment and familiarity with unit-level acceptance testing, including environmental testing (e.g., Thermal, Vibration, and Shock)
+ Experience in reading electrical schematics and troubleshooting electronics and hardware.
+ Experience in Special Tooling, fixtures, and all components.
+ Experience in developing systems requirements, validation and verification strategies, and verification planning.
+ Experience in software skills, especially in scripting languages: C#, Tcl, or MATLAB
+ Knowledge of digital and RF components and circuitry required.
+ Strong problem-solving skills and logical thinker, self-starter, team player, and good communicator.
+ Ability to multitask, working independently or in groups.
+ **This position requires an active U.S. Security Clearance** , for which the U.S. government requires U.S. citizenship.
**Basic Qualifications for a Sr. Principal Test Engineer::**
+ 8+ years of experience in architecting, designing, integrating, and test experience with special test equipment.
+ Experience troubleshooting hardware using standard test equipment such as signal generators, spectrum analyzers, scopes, etc.
+ Experience in Special Test Equipment multipurpose integrated test units engineered, designed, fabricated, or modified to accomplish special purpose testing in performing a contract.
+ Experience working in a Production/Manufacturing environment and familiarity with unit-level acceptance testing, including environmental testing (e.g., Thermal, Vibration, and Shock)
+ Experience in reading electrical schematics and troubleshooting electronics and hardware.
+ Experience in Special Tooling, fixtures, and all components.
+ Experience in developing systems requirements, validation and verification strategies, and verification planning.
+ Experience in software skills, especially in scripting languages: C#, Tcl, or MATLAB
+ Knowledge of digital and RF components and circuitry required.
+ Strong problem-solving skills and logical thinker, self-starter, team player, and good communicator.
+ Ability to multitask, working independently or in groups.
+ **This position requires an active U.S. Security Clearance,** for which the U.S. government requires U.S. citizenship.
**Preferred Qualifications:**
+ Responsible for designing, developing, and implementing cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems and equipment.
+ Good working in a Production/Manufacturing environment and familiarity with unit-level acceptance testing, including environmental testing (e.g. Thermal, Vibration, and Shock)
+ Good in reading electrical schematics and troubleshooting electronics and hardware.
+ Good software skills, especially in scripting languages: C#, Tcl, or MATLAB
+ Presenting and documenting test plan reports and project status for responsible products.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
* 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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Northrop Grumman in Northridge-California - Northrop Grumman
Salary Range: $100,300.00 - $150,500.00Salary Range 2: $124,900.00 - $187,300.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.