Test Conductor​/Principal Test Conductor; Level 2​/Security Clearance

Position: Test Conductor/Principal Test Conductor (Level 2/3) with Security Clearance
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE TYPE:
Top Secret TRAVEL:
Yes, 25% 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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman's Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Test Conductor - Level 2 or Level 3 located in Redondo Beach, CA, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. Work Schedule/Shift:
* Availability for 1st shift starting at 5 AM or 2nd shift starting at 2 PM. Must be flexible to rotate between day and night shifts as required. Travel:
* Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time. (Baltimore, Virginia, Florida) In this job, you will:
* Lead on-site and off-site fabrication and integration activities, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

* Mentor and coach junior technicians and engineers to foster skill development and professional growth.

* Demonstrate advanced communication skills, capable of effectively coordinating with technicians, various engineering disciplines, and program leadership to meet project objectives.

* Other duties as assigned If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team! As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
* Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

* 401k

* Educational Assistance

* Life Insurance

* Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

* Paid Time Off

* Health & Wellness Resources

* Employee Discounts This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level
3. Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
* Bachelor's degree with 2 years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 0 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.

* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance, SCI access, and complete a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination

* Extensive knowledge of MLI materials.

* Expert at interpreting MLI templates, drawings, E6 documentation, and various related process documents.

* Advanced MLI specific troubleshooting skills.

* Expertise in complex TIP fabrication and modification, including a deep understanding of non-standard materials.

* Extensive launch support/final build experience

* Ability to identify and lead initiatives for process improvements

* Advanced integration skills to include deployable and various types of moving hardware Basic Qualifications for Level 3:
* Bachelor's degree with 5 years of professional experience - OR - Master's degree with 3 years of professional experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.

* Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top Secret security clearance, SCI access, and complete a Counterintelligence Polygraph examination

* Extensive knowledge of MLI materials.

* Expert at interpreting MLI templates, drawings, E6 documentation, and various related process documents.

* Advanced MLI specific troubleshooting skills.

* Expertise in complex TIP fabrication and modification, including a deep understanding of non-standard materials.

* Extensive launch support/final build experience

* Ability to identify and lead initiatives for process improvements

* Advanced integration skills to include deployable and various types of moving hardware

Preferred Qualifications:

* Experience leading on-site and off-site fabrication and integration activities, ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards.

* Experience mentoring and coaching junior technicians and engineers to foster skill development and professional growth.

* Experience demonstrating advanced communication skills, capable of effectively coordinating with technicians, various engineering disciplines, and program leadership to meet project objectives.…