Sr Principal Test Engineer IPTL (AHT)

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Northridge
Posted on: April 4, 2026

Job Description:

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, 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 Defense Systems is seeking a Sr Principal Test Engineer IPTL level 4 to support a sub project on the AARGM ER EMD program. This individual will be the Integrated Product Team Lead for that project, and for the Test and Evaluation department. This individual will be the Integrated Product Team Lead for this project, and for the Test and Evaluation department. This role will be working alongside engineers, program managers, and the customer to support test campaigns testing our systems. They will also be working in labs to prepare for test events and upcoming flights. This candidate will also have customer interaction to coordinate events on government facilities. The qualified candidate will become part of Northrop Grumman’s Test and Evaluation Engineering department, Advanced Weapons division in Northridge, CA . This role will be 100% on site without any hybrid opportunities. An Active Government Secret Clearance is required to start. Job Responsibilities : Develop solutions to test issues Troubleshoot failures related to the unit under test Creating, validating, and verifying test plan, procedures, and test reports Use different applications in order to help perform analysis Perform tests by following ATPs or technical memos to perform evaluations. Work with internal and external customers to define and document instrumentation, data requirements, and test planning including acquisition, processing, and analysis to satisfy test objectives Collaborate with different functions to achieve progress in projects Take part and lead TRRs, FRRs, and other reviews Present statuses and blockers to upper leadership. Work with the CAM to ensure budget needs and accurate EACs Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics) with 8 years of experience OR a Master’s degree in a STEM discipline with 6 years of experience. Experience in Flight test execution Experience in system integration, qualification test and requirements tracking Experience with using different test equipment, i.e. oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, network analyzer, DMM, signal generator, power supplies Ability to read electrical and mechanical schematics Able to communicate effectively and clearly to present technical approaches and findings Experience using Microsoft Office Current US Government DoD Secret security clearance or higher. Preferred Qualifications: Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment Able to work independently with minimal direction and act as team lead for larger test efforts Digital and analog circuit troubleshooting Previous work on DoD military development and production programs Knowledge in environmental stress screening procedures Troubleshooting in relation to RCCAs IPTL experience LI-MA. Primary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00 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.

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