20d ago

Test Engineer/Principal Test Engineer

United States-California-Woodland Hillslead
EngineeringQa Engineer
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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,

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EngineeringQa Engineer
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Responsibilities

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  • →Develop test requirements and detailed integration test plans, procedures, readiness reviews (TRRs), test data, and reports.
  • →Execute qualification testing in accordance with established requirements, plans, and procedures.
  • →Conduct tests while managing and prioritizing problem resolution.
  • →Compile data to determine necessary changes in test equipment, procedures, or to establish new test requirements.
  • →Lead cross-functional teams (including hardware, software, and systems engineers) in both laboratory and field environments.
  • →Conduct formal technical reviews, such as Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs) with internal stakeholders and external customers.
  • →Test Equipment Management that includes the design, development, or integration of specialized test equipment, instrumentation, and data acquisition systems.
  • →Data Analysis of test data, identify anomalies, perform root cause analysis, and generate comprehensive test reports.
  • →Technical and operational problem solving to troubleshoot complex, multi-domain system failures (hardware/software/mechanical) and conduct root cause analyses.
  • →Act as the primary technical point of contact during test events, managing customer expectations and reporting results.

Requirements

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  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 2 years of related test experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university, or 4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience authoring test procedures, managing test facility interfaces, and ensuring data integrity and cataloging.
  • Experience with test execution, diagnostics, and formal requirement decomposition with traceability and verification.
  • Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.
  • Proficient in at least one of the following programming environments: MATLAB, C, C++, C#, and/or Python.
  • Active US Government Secret Level security clearance.
  • US Citizenship
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA

  • Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 5 years of related test experience, or a Master's Degree in a STEM discipline from an accredited university with 3 years of related test experience, or 4 years of relevant work experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Experience authoring test procedures, managing test facility interfaces, and ensuring data integrity and cataloging.
  • Experience with test execution, diagnostics, and formal requirement decomposition with traceability and verification.
  • Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers.
  • Proficient in at least one of the following programming environments: MATLAB, C, C++, C#, and/or Python.
  • Active US Government Secret Level security clearance.
  • US Citizenship
  • Ability to work onsite full-time in Woodland Hills, CA

  • Experience integrating embedded GPS Inertial Navigation Systems.
  • Expert experience with GNSS/INS/EGI systems and precision navigation simulation.
  • Experience creating automated test scripts that integrate with hardware interfaces.
  • Experience working with operational hazards such as overhead lifting, Thermal Chambers, and Vibration Test systems
  • Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple, shifting priorities while maintaining safety standards.
  • Demonstrated leadership of System Test efforts in a dynamic work environment.
  • Experience with COMSEC material management.
  • Experience engaging external customers through meetings, presentations, and technical negotiations.

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $114,000.00 - $171,000.00

The 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.

Location & Eligibility

Where is the job
United States-California-Woodland Hills
On-site at the office
Who can apply
Same as job location

Listing Details

Posted
September 23, 2026
First seen
October 5, 2026
Last seen
October 13, 2026

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October 14, 2026

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Test Engineer/Principal Test Engineer