Manager Test Engineering 2

Skip to main contentHomeProfileJob SearchApplicationsMy EventsJoin Talent NetworkSign InSingle PositionView All JobsManager Test Engineering 2United States-California-PalmdaleApply NowFind out how well you match with this jobUpload your resumeJob descriptionJob IDR10241640RELOCATION 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.The Advanced Technology Development Center (ATDC) Systems Test Organization team requires a Level 2 Test Engineering Manager responsible for all facets of ATDC Test Engineering & ground operations, including staffing, planning, execution, and reporting in multiple technology areas. This position requires a highly motivated and self-starting individual with relevant ground test operations experience, who will be willing to work additional assignments beyond the defined requirements of this position, if required.As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement and respond vigorously to changeTypical duties include:- Provide technical products and planning coordination for the Special Projects IPT as the manager for the System Under Test (SUT)- Complete control and ownership of the specific SUT asset throughout the required test phases- Lead test planning efforts and support working groups with all IPTs associated with testing the SUT- Interface with system design and analysis functions to develop test and test data requirements- Specify test article configurations and coordinate all test modifications- Coordinate with local and remote test facilities or ranges, other Special Project IPTs, subcontractors, and US Government agencies- Verify all documentation for modifications, test activities, and test results performed on the SUT- Fill in for all control test engineer functions, as needed, to support the program schedule- Report article status and provide detailed reports as required to Senior Management- Manage the daily test activities and personnel support, prioritize tasks and oversee the strategic long-term planning of test engineering & ground operations- Manage the daily tasks of the assigned personnel, including Test Engineers, Systems Test Engineers, Flight Test Technicians, and other support personnel- Manage the Test Engineering & ground operations including budgets, personnel, and resource scheduling as well as program de-confliction- Liaise with the Test & Evaluation (T&E) Functional Homeroom and the Government Ground Representative (GGR) as required for the statement of work- Identify all risks, issues, and...