Staff Test and Weapons Specialist - Launch Vehicles

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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.The Advance Weapons Operating Unit within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems Sector pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission!
We are looking for an experienced Test and Weapons specialist to support the Launch Vehicles business unit in the Launch and Exploration Division. The selected individual will be a valued member of the Program team, working with the program office to accomplish eventual operational weapons deployment. This position is located in Chandler, AZ and is 100% on-site.
Activities may include weapons test planning and execution in various settings. The candidate will have the ability to work with the various US Air Force offices such as USAF SEEK Eagle office, Non-Nuclear Munition Safety Board and Aircraft Platform Program Offices as well as prime aircraft platform contractors. There should also be a good understanding of documents including MIL-HNBK-516 related to airworthiness of weapons mounted on combat aircraft and related MIL-STDs. Responsibilities will include, but may not be limited to:

Oversee test projects and support the program management office in planning, proposals, and general deliverables for internal and external customers

Interface with groups outside the program for critical test or airworthiness projects in support of program execution

Review status of test or airworthiness weapons projects

Assess project issues and negotiate/develop resolutions to meet test or airworthiness goals and objectives

Develop mechanisms for monitoring and communicating project progress and for intervention and problem solving with the program management office

Collaborate with program leaders to develop and maintain effective business rhythm

Identify and execute process improvements

To be successful in this role, the candidate must be a self-starter, have excellent written and oral communication skills, be highly collaborative, organized, team oriented, and be able to effectively multi-task competing priorities and schedules across the organization
Basic Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree with 15 years of relevant experience; OR 12 years' experience with a Master's degree. An additional 4 years of relevant experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree

Familiarity with weapons airworthiness documentation

Able to excel in a fast paced, dynamic environment and adapt to change

Strong attention to detail and the ability to function independently, meet deadlines, and drive tasks to completion

Ability to prioritize and multi-task with competing demands

Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, with the ability to collaborate with cross functional teams

Experience with MS Office Suite

Active Secret Clearance required at the time of application

US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

Direct experience with a USAF Program office for Airworthiness and Weapons interface

Experience working in technology or development organizations

Primary Level Salary Range: $152,000.00 - $229,300.00The 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.