Flight Test Lead (staff Engineer Aeronautical)

NORTHROP GRUMMAN

Melbourne, FL, US
Base: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00; bonus: discretion...
Secret clearance required
12 years aviation engineering experience
Flight test planning and safety expertise
This role involves developing mission systems and air vehicle flight test strategies for revolutionary aerospace systems

Job Summary

  • This role involves developing mission systems and air vehicle flight test strategies for revolutionary aerospace systems.
  • The successful candidate will provide technical leadership to engineering teams while executing first flight events and developmental testing programs.
  • Northrop Grumman offers a flexible 9/80 work schedule with every other Friday off, along with comprehensive benefits including health insurance and paid time off.

Matching Summary

This role involves developing mission systems and air vehicle flight test strategies for revolutionary aerospace systems.

Salary

Base: $152,900.00 - $229,300.00; Bonus: Discretionary annual bonus available; Benefits: Health insurance, life/disability insurance, savings plan, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Secret clearance required
  • 12 years aviation engineering experience
  • Flight test planning and safety expertise
  • DoD acquisition program leadership
  • Extended shifts and weekend availability

Nice-to-have

  • Top Secret clearance
  • Test pilot school training
  • Carrier suitability experience
  • Tactical aircraft background
  • Combined Test Force experience

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science in STEM with 12 years experience OR Master's with 10 years OR PhD with 8 years
  • Active or transferable US Government Secret clearance
  • Must be willing to obtain Top Secret clearance
  • Experience in flight test and aircraft operations
  • Leadership experience on DoD acquisition or test program

Work Rights

U.S. Citizenship is required

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