RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector is seeking a Test Instrumentation Manager 1 to lead the Instrumentation Technician's Team.  This position is located at Edwards AFB, California, and while it includes occasional business travel to manage employees performing remote work, the incumbent’s primary responsibility will be the day-to-day execution of flight test priorities and SOWs.

The selected Candidate must be willing to work various shifts depending on the business needs: 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thurs) 1st shift; 4x10 (Mon-Thurs) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule Fri, Sat, Sun) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sat, Sun) 1st shift. Must be willing to accept work assignments that may include the following locations: Palmdale, CA and/or Edwards AFB, CA dependent on business needs.

Selected individual must have the Technical and soft skills that will enable them to lead the technician team through all facets of the statement of work, from fabrication to installation. Candidate must be able and willing to execute in a multifaceted role, willing to collaborate with Engineering, Functional and Business team members located in multiple sites across the country. This position requires a broad skillset in the area of instrumentation, electrical harness assembly, mechanical assembly and installation, and sensor operations.  Desire to work in a fast-paced work environment and excellent communication skills are essential.

Roles and responsibilities, (not limited to):

Coaching and developing team members, Engineers as well as technicians

Employee performance evaluations

Timecard approvals

Team building, interviews and candidate down select

Executing special assignments in support of FHR as well as Program requests 

Program / Technical execution responsibilities

Track and/or manage multiple projects

Lead team through execution of tasks supporting multiple programs

Forecast staffing and resource management

Develop, implement, and maintain quality management plan for the instrumentation team

Participate in various general Technical Interchange discussions

Work planning and tracking

Facilitate / coordinate communications across sites, Customers, Vendors, and Suppliers

Assist in identifying and communicating changes / drivers to our SOW

Work in a fast-paced work environment & have excellent communication skills

Travel for business travel up to 10% of the time

Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others.

Basic Qualifications:

Must have a Bachelor’s degree AND 5 years of related professional/military experience OR a Master's degree AND 3 years of related professional/military experience OR a High School diploma/GED AND 9 years of related professional/military experience

Must have knowledge of flight test policies and procedures

Must have 1 year of experience with aircraft maintenance/operations

Must have an Active DoD Secret Clearance, in-scope within the last 5 years, with the ability to obtain & retain special program access

Preferred Qualifications:

Flight Test Instrumentation Experience 

Broad skillset in instrumentation, electrical harness assembly, mechanical assembly and installation, and sensor operations

Ability to develop relationships and operate in a collaborative team environment

Active DoD Secret Clearance, In scope within the last 6 years

Project management experience

Primary Level Salary Range: $142,200.00 - $213,400.00

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.