Engineer Test/Principal Engineer Test (Level 2/3)
Northrop GrummanAbout the role
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.Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.
Space Systems is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.
The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!
Payload & Ground Systems in Azusa, CA is seeking a Engineer Test/Principal Engineer Test (Level 2/3) to support our environmental test engineering group. This role will report on-site daily to our Azusa, CA campus.
Job Duties:
Responsible for efficiency and organization of Test Engineering facilities and associated hardware / software equipment.
Author test procedures in coordination with program requirements. Conduct and oversee execution of testing procedures on customer test articles per work instructions and training procedures.
Complete technical reports, test results, and all required documentation for thermal cycling, thermal vacuum, vibration, and other environmental test related efforts.
Complete test readiness reviews (TRR’S)/CTP’s/CTB’s
Coordinate testing programs and test equipment use in cooperation with program management, test resources and personnel.
Oversee a regular maintenance schedule for all test systems and associated equipment.
Draft basic mechanical and electrical drawings.
Designs, supports, improves and tests moderate to high complexity test systems and equipment. Ensures design meets functional and reliability criteria.
Oversee and direct test technicians and related activities
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.
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field & 2+ years of related technical test engineering experience, OR a Master's degree in a STEM field.
Solid understanding of prog
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