Principal​/Sr. Principal Flight Simulation Trainer - R10216111

Principal / Sr. Principal Flight Simulation Trainer - R

Northrop Grumman

Location:

Palmdale, CA or Rancho Bernardo, CA

Relocation Assistance: may be available

Clearance Type: Top Secret

Travel: Yes, 10% of the time

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.

As a Subject Matter Expert (SME), you will develop technical manuals and training curriculum to be employed during procedures, simulation, and/or flight training. You will write, rewrite and/or edit technical documents such as technical procedure manuals, user manuals, operational specifications, and related technical publications. Communicate clearly and effectively technical specifications and instructions to aviation‑related audiences. Evaluate curriculum materials based on trainee feedback and instructor input.

Review simulator design and training effectiveness to provide maximum proficiency. Review mission‑planning processes and software for incorporation into training materials. Coordinate meetings and working groups with engineering support and SMEs to develop new and expand already designed training curriculum. Conduct quality reviews of materials. Demonstrate understanding of aviation and aerospace technical data. Use engineering data, technical manuals, and subject‑matter experts to complete complex training materials, schedules, and related projects under very general supervision.

Experience with technical writing, training development, and conducting briefings and/or presentations is required.

• This position may be offered at the Principal or Sr Principal Level*
• Principal:
  High school diploma or equivalent and 9 years of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree and 3 years of relevant experience.
• Sr. Principal:
  High school diploma or equivalent and 12 years of relevant experience; or Bachelor’s degree and 8 years of relevant experience; or Master’s degree and 6 years of relevant experience.
• Ability to obtain and retain a valid FAA Class III flight physical standard.
• Ability to complete initial qualification training within 365 days from program access.
• Willing/able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends, and support on‑call status for 24 hours‑a‑day, 7 days‑a‑week, and 365 days a year.
• Must have an active DoD Top Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last six years or currently enrolled in Continuous Evaluation).
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.

• Flight experience and familiarity with commercial mission‑planning software.
• Quality assurance or performing quality reviews of technical publications or training documents.

Primary Level Salary Range: $ – $

Secondary Level Salary Range: $ – $

Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as scope and responsibilities, candidate education, skills, and market conditions. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and long‑term incentives. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation or personal business.

Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonuses, long‑term incentives, and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and PTO.

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  U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.