RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE 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.Northrop Grumman is seeking a Test Conductor or a Principal Test Conductor. This role may be filled at either a level 2 or level 3. This position will be located in Huntsville, Alabama.
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This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
What You'll Get to Do:
The PBACM Dynamic Test Conductor will be responsible for supporting the Huntsville Dynamics Test Lab with the qualification and acceptance testing of the PBACM element during its dynamic testing.
Duties may include, but not be limited to:
Support vibration, shock and modal testing
Setup control system/consoles. Includes:
Program and run vibration test control/data acquisition computers
Perform software updates to controller PC
Front End module (VibRunner) to Controller PC network verification
Signal conditioners, Vibration Monitor Limiter, Oscilloscopes
Verify control system is configured correctly; Perform electrical end-to-end checks
Run Dynamic Tests/Acquire data
Install test articles to shakers per procedures
Calibrate, install and remove accelerometers; route accelerometer cables
Prepare End Item Data Package; Provide raw data to analyst (if requested)
Able to update lab operating procedures
Must have trouble shooting skills
Able to plan daily test / task operations
As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401k
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.
Basic Qualifications:
Test Conductor (Level 2): 2 years of experience with a Bachelors in Science degree; or 0 years of relevant work experience with a Masters degree; or 0 years of relevant work experience with a PhD; or 4 years experience in lieu of education is acceptable.
Principal Test Conductor (Level 3): 5 years of experience with Bachelors in Science degree; or 3 years of experience with a Masters degree; or 1 year of experience with a PhD; or 4 years experience in lieu of education is acceptable.
Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
Minimum of 2 years of experience performing test conductor responsibilities
Experience using electronics test equipment (voltmeter, oscilloscope, signal conditioners, etc.)
Familiarity with modal, acoustic, vibe or shock testing methodologies
Ability to work on elevated platforms and lift equipment up to 30lbs
Preferred Qualification
Active US Government DoD Secret (or higher) clearance
AA or equivalent experience
15 or more years of experience working in a dynamics test environment
Familiarity with vibe and shock testing methodologies
Knowledge and/or experience working in aerospace
Ability to take direction and follow company procedures and processes
Self-starter with ability to work with limited supervision
Salary Range: $77,600.00 - $116,400.00Salary Range 2: $95,800.00 - $143,600.00The 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.