Northrop Grumman
Test Engineering Manager 3 - FTO Aircraft Maintenance
Edwards AFB, CA
Dec 22, 2024
$170,000 - $255,000 a year
Full Job Description
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

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.
This position is located 100% on-site at Edwards AFB, CA.
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.
Employees may be eligible for 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 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. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.PDN-9dc84983-ee8f-40fc-b479-222707897854
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Test Engineering Manager 3 - FTO Aircraft Maintenance
Northrop Grumman
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Dec 22, 2024
$170,000 - $255,000 a year
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