Sr Principal Flight Test Engineer (IPTL) Level 4 (AHT)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available. CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes. CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret. TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time. Description At Northrop Grumman, we work on revolutionary systems that impact people’s lives worldwide. We seek individuals with bold ideas and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. Position Overview Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Sr Principal Flight Test Engineer – Integrated Product Team Lead (IPTL) level 4 to lead projects as part of the AARGM‑ER program. This IPT Lead will be a member of the Test & Evaluation (T&E) Integrated Product Team, working alongside engineers, program managers, and the customer supporting flight‑test campaigns. The role involves preparing laboratory test events, supporting upcoming flights, and coordinating activities at various government facilities. This position is 100% onsite with no remote or hybrid options. An active DoD Secret clearance is required to start. Job Responsibilities Work with internal and external customers to define and document instrumentation, data requirements, and test planning—including acquisition, processing, and analysis—to satisfy test objectives. Partner with the Cost Account Manager (CAM) to ensure budget needs are met and Earned‑Value‑Management (EVM) estimates (EACs) are accurate. Integrate Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) and Printed Wiring Boards (PWBs) into higher‑level systems using schematics and wiring diagrams. Create, validate, and verify test plans, procedures, and test reports in accordance with program standards. Lead the test‑engineering team that supports software and programmable‑logic integration for formal test events. Plan, organize, and manage hardware requirements for both in‑house and external test environments, ensuring all equipment is available and functional. Chair test‑readiness reviews for internal events such as Formal Qualification Tests, captive‑carriage trials, and live‑fire tests. Attend external test events (flight clearances, captive‑carriage, live‑fire) and perform the necessary setup, data acquisition, and post‑test activities. Serve as the CAM representative, presenting cost, schedule, technical risks, and opportunities to senior leadership. Perform software and programmable‑logic integration using spread‑bench, short‑round, and specialized test equipment; troubleshoot issues as needed. Provide regular status updates and flag blockers to upper leadership to drive timely resolution. Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and 8 years of related testing experience, or Master’s degree and 6 years, or PhD and 4 years. Hands‑on experience with test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, network analyzers, DMMs, signal generators, and power supplies. Ability to read and interpret electrical and mechanical schematics. Experience with flight software and system architecture. Proven background in flight‑test engineering, system integration, qualification testing, and requirements tracking. Active DoD Secret clearance at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications Experience leading an Integrated Product Team of 5 or more. Familiarity with PWBs and FPGAs within PL integration and the ability to read schematics. Risk/Opportunity/Issue management experience related to complex hardware and software subsystems. Experience with DevOps tools such as Jira, BitBucket, Confluence, Crucible, etc. Previous work on DoD military development and production programs. Able to work independently with minimal direction and act as team lead for larger test efforts. Experience with Cost Account Management (CAM) & EVMS duties and responsibilities. IPTL experience. Compensation Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00. Salary determined by scope, experience, education, skills, and current market conditions. Employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses reward individual contributions and company results. Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays, and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. 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 northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman