2026 Associate Test Conductor / Test Conductor

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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.

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Associate Test Conductor / Test Conductor (Level 1/2).  This position will be located at our Aeronautics System Sector in one of the following locations: Palmdale, CA / Edwards AFB, CA.

The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Test & Evaluation organization.

The shift assignments possible for this role could be any one of the following work schedules:

• 9/80 (9 hr./day Monday – Thursday, 8hr./day on Friday with every other Friday off)
• 4/10 1st shift Mon-Thurs (10 hr./day first shift)
• 4/10 2nd shift Mon-Thurs (10 hr./day night shift)
• 3/10 1st shift Fri-Sun (10 hr./day first shift. Work 30 hrs. and paid for 40 hrs.)
• 3/10 2nd shift Fri-Sun (10 hr./day night shift. Work 30 hrs. and paid for 40 hrs.)

The selected candidate will support test planning, coordination, execution, and data analysis activities in partnership with internal and external stakeholders. Other duties include:

• Assist test focal in interfacing with internal and external organizations to define test and test data requirements.
• Contribute to the development and review of detailed test plans, test schedules, and acceptance test procedures in collaboration with engineering disciplines, system test, and engineering management.
• Coordinate test equipment and personnel to enable safe, efficient, and effective execution of tests.
• Construct, troubleshoot, calibrate, adjust, test, and maintain equipment, components, devices, and systems used in test activities.
• Support integration and acceptance testing, including real-time decision making related to safety, efficiency, and test effectiveness.
• Interface with design and analysis teams to develop test approaches, conduct tests, and document and report results in the prescribed format.
• Participate in post-test data evaluation, discrepancy identification, and resolution activities.
• Demonstrate strong communication skills and the ability to work both collaboratively in a team environment and independently to solve a variety of complex problems.

Basic Qualifications for an Associate Test Conductor (T01)

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Must have an ACTIVE U.S. Government SECRET Clearance (in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) with the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government TOP SECRET Clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• Be completing or has completed their Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution by August 2026.
• Be majoring in or having majored in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar STEM degree.
• Must be able to support weekends, 2nd, 3rd shift, and off hours as dictated by program test activities.

Basic Qualifications for an Test Conductor (T02)

A candidate, regardless of age and hiring source, must meet ALL of the below criteria. The candidate must:

• Must have an ACTIVE U.S. Government SECRET Clearance (in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation) with the ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government TOP SECRET Clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company (U.S. citizenship is a pre-requisite).
• Be completing or has completed their Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution AND 2 years of related professional/military experience, OR a Master's degree from an accredited institution AND 0 years of related professional/military experience by August 2026.
• Be majoring in or having majored in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or similar STEM degree.
• Must be able to support weekends, 2nd, 3rd shift, and off hours as dictated by program test activities.

Preferred Qualifications

• ACTIVE U.S. Government TOP SECRET CLEARANCE (in-scope or enrolled in Continuous Evaluation)
• Have an overall cumulative GPA of 3.25/4.0 or higher.
• Previous internship/co-op or other work experience, leadership & teamwork capabilities, interpersonal communication skills, and activities (professional/community/extracurricular)
• Experience developing detailed test plans, schedules, and procedures, and creating, updating, and executing test documentation.
• Hands-on background in system test and integration, including direct support to integration testing and testing of aerospace systems.
• Experience calibrating, inspecting, and maintaining special test equipment.

Pay Range

• Associate Test Conductor (T01): $69,400.00-$104,000.00
• Test Conductor (T02): $83,400.00-$125,200.00

Primary Level Salary Range: $69,400.00 - $104,000.00

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

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.