Principal / Sr Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect

United States-Florida-Melbourne$98.4k–$184kPosted Jul 21, 2026
Skip to main contentHomeProfileJob SearchApplicationsMy EventsJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionView All JobsPrincipal / Sr Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/ArchitectUnited States-Florida-MelbourneApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionJob IDR10237706RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescriptionAt 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.Please note that this opportunity is contingent on program funding.  Start dates are determined after funding confirmation.Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems sector has an opening for a Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 3) OR Sr Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 4) specializing in Liquid Cooling Systems (LCS) Subsystems Performance Analysis to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This role is located in Melbourne, FL.In this role, you will lead performance analysis and architecture of advanced liquid cooling and related thermal-fluid subsystems on a cutting‑edge flying test bed, helping integrate complex avionics and aircraft hardware into a high‑performance, flight‑ready environment.Note: This role is fully onsite; remote work is not available.Key Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:Work both independently and as part of a large, multi‑disciplinary engineering team.Perform fluid system related analysis in support of the development of aircraft subsystems as well as the integration of aircraft avionics and the installation of various aircraft hardware. Analysis includes, but not limited to, subsystem performance modeling, such as liquid cooling systems, air cycle systems, fluid distribution systems, and compartment temperature assessments as influenced by structural heat transfer and compartment heat sources.Apply working knowledge of one or more of the following: Liquid Cooling Systems, Bleed Air systems, Environmental Control Systems (ECS – pack and vapor cycle machines), fuel subsystems, and avionics cooling.Support system‑level test planning, test execution, verification, and troubleshooting for thermal‑fluid subsystems.Participate in internal program, customer, and supplier technical exchange meetings and formal program milestone reviews to present results and provide status updates.Manage team cost and schedule commitments and mentor junior engineers in fluid subsystems performance analysis.Thrive in a dynamic environment with high expectations, diverse technical assignments, and collaborative, cross‑functional teamwork across all levels of the organization.Basic Qualifications:This requisition may be filled at a Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 3) OR Sr Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 4) level based on the qualifications below.Principal Flying Test Bed LCS Analyst/Architect (Level 3) Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline and 5 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Master’s Degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related professional/military experience; OR a Ph.D. in a STEM discipline and 1 year of...

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