Test Conductor​/Principal Test Conductor

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.

Relocation assistance may be available. Clearance required for start:
Yes. Clearance type:
Top Secret. Travel:
Yes, up to 25% of the time.

• Responsible to ensure engineering tests serve mission objectives and mechanisms are in place to execute the tests.
• Responsible for testing all customer samples.
• Oversees the operational aspects of engineering tests and serves as liaison to program, engineering and line management.
• Reviews status of test requirements, manages schedules and prepares reports.
• Selects and supervises technicians during test.
• Assesses anomalies and develops resolutions to documented procedures in conjunction with Test and Quality Engineering.

• Conduct comprehensive production testing at various integration levels.
• Troubleshoot and resolve test anomalies efficiently.
• Update and refine test procedures to enhance accuracy and efficiency.
• Actively participate in Test Readiness Reviews and test‑preparation briefings.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless test progress.
• Coordinate test schedules with Managers, Operators, and Manufacturing Managers.
• Support overtime and adapt to off‑hour schedules as needed.

The selected candidate will be required to work full‑time, on‑site at our facility. There is no remote / hybrid / telework available for this position. Travel up to 25% may be required. This position may be filled at either level 2 or level 3 based on experience.

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent AND 6 years of related professional/military experience
• A Bachelor of Science degree AND 2 years of related professional/military experience
• A Master of Science degree AND 0 years of related professional/military experience

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent AND 9 years of related professional/military experience
• A Bachelor of Science degree AND 5 years of related professional/military experience
• A Master of Science degree AND 1 years of related professional/military experience

• General knowledge of aviation systems
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to read/understand engineering blueprints/drawings
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation within the past 5 years or enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
• Ability to obtain and maintain initial Special Access Program (SAP) access via a Program Access Request (PAR). This SAP/PAR must be obtained prior to commencement of employment and must be obtained within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
  
  Note:
  
  SAP/PAR will be upgraded once selected candidate is in role. Therefore, candidate must also be able to obtain and maintain upgraded SAP/PAR.

• Current applicable Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.
• Experience testing RF, ethernet, and electrical cables
• Experience with Teamcenter

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $. Secondary Level Salary Range: $ - $. 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…