Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector has an opening for a Test Engineering Manager 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The leader will support the Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Systems Test Organization team. This leadership role is located in Palmdale, CA.

The Test Engineering Manager 2 will be responsible for all facets of ATDC Test Engineering & ground operations, including staffing, planning, execution, and reporting in multiple technology areas. This position requires a highly motivated and self-starting individual with relevant ground test operations experience, who will be willing to work additional assignments beyond the defined requirements of this position, if required. Typical duties include:

• Provide technical products and planning coordination for the Special Projects IPT as the manager for the System Under Test (SUT).

• Complete control and ownership of the specific SUT asset throughout the required test phases.

• Lead test planning efforts and support working groups with all IPTs associated with testing the SUT.

• Interface with system design and analysis functions to develop test and test data requirements.

• Specify test article configurations and coordinate all test modifications.

• Coordinate with local and remote test facilities or ranges, other Special Project IPTs, subcontractors, and US Government agencies

• Verify all documentation for modifications, test activities, and test results performed on the SUT.

• Fill in for all control test engineer functions, as needed, to support the program schedule.

• Report article status and provide detailed reports as required to Senior Management.

• Manage the daily test activities and personnel support, prioritize tasks and oversee the strategic long-term planning of test engineering & ground operations.

• Manage the daily tasks of the assigned personnel, including Test Engineers, Systems Test Engineers, Flight Test Technicians, and other support personnel.

• Track and implement EV, manage to a budget and project and adjust to EAC requirements.

• Liaise with the Test & Evaluation (T&E) Functional Homeroom and the Government Ground Representative (GGR) as required for the statement of work

• Identify all risks, issues, and pressures and develop mitigation and closure plans.

• Prepare for and understand DCMA 8210, corporate and other audit activities.

Position may require Section Manager functional duties, responsible for up to 15 direct reports. Selected candidate will report functionally to the SIT&E Director and operationally to the Program Systems Test Ground Maintenance & Operations IPT Manager. Travel time is minimal, less than 5%.

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 of Science Degree in a STEM discipline AND 9 years of related professional / Military experience in Engineering OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline AND 7 years of related professional / Military experience in Engineering

• Experience with test engineering and/or ground operations

• Must have an active DoD Secret clearance, with an investigation date within the past 6 years

• Must have ability to obtain and maintain Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

• Ability to obtain a TS clearance

• Must be willing to work non-standard shifts and overtime, as required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master of Science Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) or Master of Business Administration

• Military major weapons system aircraft flight line management experience. Prior hands-on technician experience is a plus

• Earned Value Management System expertise to include Control Account Management (CAM), Risk & Opportunity and Integrated Master Schedule experience

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance, with an investigation date within the past 6 years