Northrop Grumman

Engineer Test

Northrop Grumman$72K — $108K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Electrical/Electronics Engineering or STEM with 2 years experience in testing electronic devices; Master's with 0 years.
  • Experience using electronic testing equipment (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters).
  • Familiarity with signal/function generators and power supplies.
  • Prototyping and debugging experience in hardware design for custom test hardware.
  • U.S. Citizenship required with ability to obtain Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and integrate test hardware and software including custom sensors and automation tools.
  • Create detailed test plans and set up testing environments with necessary fixtures.
  • Analyze and report on test results, identifying defects and proposing process improvements.
  • Conduct all customer-sample testing to ensure compliance with specifications.
  • Mentor junior staff in testing methodologies and procedures.
  • Maintain compliance documentation and ensure adherence to industry standards.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Savings plan
  • Company paid holidays
  • Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for a Engineer Test located in Salt Lake City, UT.

What you'll get to do:
  • Test System Development: Design, prototype, and implement test hardware and software (signal generators, oscilloscopes, power supplies, custom sensors). Integrate existing tools (LabVIEW, ATEasy, Python/PowerShell) into automated test flows. Document test system architecture and maintain configuration management.
  • Test Plan & Execution: Create comprehensive test plans, SOPs, and traceability matrices for standard & non-standard devices. Configure test benches, set up fixtures, and develop fixture scripts.
  • Data Analysis & Process Improvement: Collect, analyze, and report test results; identify trends, defects, and root causes. Drive changes in test procedures, manufacturing processes, or product designs based on data.
  • Customer & Special Tests: Lead all customer-sample testing, ensuring compliance with contract specs. Perform complex, custom, or non-routine tests that cannot be automated in the test area.
  • Mentorship & Coaching: Coach junior engineers and technicians in test methodology, scripting, and troubleshooting. Lead cross-functional workshops to disseminate best practices.
  • Documentation & Compliance: Maintain test documentation, calibration records, and audit trails. Ensure adherence to industry standards (IPC, ISO, etc.).


The ideal candidate must be able to communicate written and verbally, and have knowledge of using LabVIEW.

Basic Qualifications for the Engineer Test:
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering, or equivalent in a STEM related field with 2 years of experience testing electronic devices; Master's degree with 0 years of experience.
  • Experience with electronic test tools (oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, multimeters).
  • Experience with signal generators, function generators, and power supplies.
  • Hardware Design experience (Prototyping & debugging of custom test hardware).
  • US Citizenship Required.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.


Preferred Qualifications:
  • RF Testing Experience.
  • Experience with design and conduct RF test setups, understand SWR, attenuation, frequency translation, and spectrum analysis.
  • Industrial Automation experience.
  • Experience with PLCs or industrial test rig controllers.
  • Custom Automation Frameworks experience.
  • Experience with LabVIEW (e.g., C++, LabView RT).
  • Active Secret Clearance.


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Primary Level Salary Range: $72,100.00 - $108,100.00

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.

About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
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