Northrop Grumman Australia · 2 days ago
Test Lab Administrator / Principal Test Lab Administrator
United States-California-Woodland Hills
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$83K/yr - $155K/yr
2+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security, seeking a Test Lab Administrator to support their Systems Engineering Integration & Test department. The role involves coordinating lab operations, maintaining test equipment, and ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for the lab coordinating all lab maintenance, upgrades, and the development of new test areas
Procure, qualify, and maintain test equipment to ensure accurate data collection and sufficient testing capacity
Coordinate equipment calibration activities with metrology to ensure documented traceability, compliance, and timely re-certification
Create and disseminate training materials, roll out standardized processes to lab users, and monitor adherence to lab rules and guidelines
Supervise daily lab operations, enforce critical housekeeping standards; maintain organized equipment, and ensure adherence to safety processes
Develop, document, and continuously improve standard operating procedures, work instructions, and checklists to optimize lab tasks efficiency and repeatability
Maintain comprehensive documentation, including process metrics, audit logs, and historical records, to support projects and compliance audits
Qualification
Required
2 Years of relevant experience with Bachelor's degree; 0 Years with Master's degree
Active DoD Secret Level security clearance, US Citizenship Required
Experience in a Test Lab environment supporting hardware and/or software validation
Experience with Test and Evaluation or Maintenance processes/procedures to support both management and engineering tasks
Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers
Experience working with operational hazards such as overhead lifting, Thermal Chambers, and/or Vibration Test systems
Ability to lead initiatives that enforce critical housekeeping, safety, and equipment organization standards and ensure consistent process adherence across the lab
Consistent ability to work at a fast pace while multi-tasking and communicating effectively
Ability to work on site in Woodland Hills, Ca as required by this position
5 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree; 3 Years with Master's degree
Active DoD Secret Level security clearance, US Citizenship Required
Experience in a Test Lab environment supporting hardware and/or software validation
Experience with Test and Evaluation or Maintenance processes/procedures to support both management and engineering tasks
Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers
Experience working with operational hazards such as overhead lifting, Thermal Chambers, and/or Vibration Test systems
Ability to lead initiatives that enforce critical housekeeping, safety, and equipment organization standards and ensure consistent process adherence across the lab
Consistent ability to work at a fast pace while multi-tasking and communicating effectively
Ability to work on site in Woodland Hills, Ca as required by this position
Preferred
Experience managing equipment calibration efforts, coordinating equipment swaps to minimize test downtime, and monitoring re-certification schedules
A continuous improvement mindset with proven ability to identify workflow inefficiencies, propose process enhancements, and adopt emerging technologies that boost testing capabilities and data quality
Experience proactively administering spare parts planning: analyzing equipment usage and failure trends, identifying critical components, and maintaining an inventory to minimize downtime
Previous experience with inventory tracking and/or lab management systems
Demonstrated effective lab management skills, ensuring that workspaces are organized and maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety
Skilled at implementing and enforcing lab processes, ensuring that all personnel consistently follow established protocols
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase