Job Responsibilities
Develop test requirements and detailed avionics component test plans, procedures, readiness reviews (TRRs), test data, and reports.
Execute prototype testing in accordance with conceptual test plans.
Execute qualification testing in accordance with established requirements, plans, and procedures.
Conduct prototype and qualification tests while managing and prioritizing problem resolution.
Compile data to determine necessary changes in test equipment, procedures, or to establish new test requirements.
Lead cross-functional teams (including hardware, software, and manufacturing engineers) in both laboratory and field environments.
Conduct formal technical reviews, such as Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) with internal stakeholders and external customers.
Test Equipment Management that includes the design, development, or integration of specialized test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
Data Analysis of test data, identify anomalies, perform root cause analysis, and generate comprehensive test reports.
Technical and operational problem solving to troubleshoot complex, multi-domain system failures (hardware/software/mechanical) and conduct root cause analyses.
Act as the primary technical point of contact during test events, managing customer expectations and reporting results.
Basic Qualifications for a Principal Electronics Engineer
Bachelor’s Degree in electrical engineering or equivalent STEM discipline from an accredited university with 5 years of related test experience or an MS and 3 years experience.
Experience authoring test procedures and ensuring data integrity and cataloging.
Experience with test execution, troubleshooting, and formal requirement decomposition with traceability and verification.
Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.
Proficient in test scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or equivalent.
Demonstrated leadership of Avionics Test efforts in a dynamic work environment.
US Citizenship
Ability to work onsite full-time in Chandler, AZ
Preferred Qualifications Associate Engineer/Electronics Engineer
Experience testing avionics in military or space and defense environment.
Expert experience with environmental testing including thermal cycles, thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, etc.
Experience creating automated test scripts that integrate with hardware interfaces.
Experience working with operational hazards such as overhead lifting, Thermal Chambers, and Vibration Test systems
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple, shifting priorities while maintaining safety standards.
Experience engaging external customers through meetings, presentations, and technical negotiations.
Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00
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.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
