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Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU)

Test Engineering Manager 3 – FTO Aircraft Maintenance

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU), California, Missouri, United States, 65018

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Requisition ID: R10180403 Category:

Engineering

Location:

Edwards AFB, California, United States of America

Clearance Type:

Secret

Telecommute:

No - Teleworking not available for this position

Shift:

1st Shift (United States of America)

Travel Required:

Yes, 10% of the Time

Relocation Assistance:

Relocation assistance may be available

Positions Available:

1

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 has an opening for a

Test Engineering Manager 3 - Flight Test Organization (FTO) Aircraft Maintenance

to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization.

This leadership role is located in Edwards AFB, CA. The selected senior aircraft maintenance manager will be responsible for all facets of FTO ground operations including leading a team of managers, engineers, and technicians to ensure that all maintenance, modification, and configuration actions are completed to support program goals. 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. Primary Responsibilities include: Management of staffing, managing assignments, coordinating cost, schedule, and budget with Program leadership

Leading a team of Managers that control all assets throughout the required test phases

Overseeing test planning efforts and support working groups with all Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) associated with testing

Ensuring test article configurations are accurate and coordinate all test modifications

Ensuring accurate test article status reporting and provide detailed reports as required to Senior Management

Managing organization's test activities and personnel support, prioritize tasks and oversee the strategic long-term planning of test engineering & ground operations

Liaising with Functional Homeroom (FHR) and the Government Ground Representative (GGR) as required

Identification of all risks, issues, and pressures and develop mitigation and closure plans

Securing parts and materials as necessary

Basic Qualifications: Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree in a STEM discipline AND 9 years of related experience including a minimum of 7 years of combined aviation maintenance or manufacturing experience, OR a Master's degree in a STEM discipline AND 12 years of related experience including a minimum of 10 years of combined aviation maintenance or manufacturing experience

Experience in a system test environment

Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM)

Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)

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

Preferred Qualifications: Significant experience in a developmental/operational test maintenance environment

Experience in a US Air Force Combined Test Force (CTF)

Experience leading an aircraft operation under DCMA Instruction 8210 oversight

Salary Range:

$170,000 - $255,000 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. Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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