Northrop Grumman Australia · 2 days ago
Electrical Test Engineer (Level 3 & 4)
Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company with a focus on innovative systems that impact lives. They are seeking a Principal or Senior Principal Electrical Test Engineer to join their Test Engineering Organization in Gilbert, AZ, where the role involves collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, developing test plans, and mentoring team members in avionics testing.
Defense & Space
Responsibilities
Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., EGSE, Design Engineering, Manufacturing)
Actively participate in design reviews, peer evaluations, and program milestone reviews (MRR, PDR, CDR, TRR)
Provide cross-program coordination and escalate key updates or issues to upper management
Collaborate with the EGSE Lead to develop Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) requirements
Generate test plans and procedures to ensure compliance with specifications
Perform or oversee testing and troubleshooting of both flight and non-flight Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) or electronic modules
Analyze test results, trends, and drive resolution of anomalies or failures
Participate in Gilbert, AZ-based Test Engineers, to understand assigned testing priorities and providing problem-solving expertise
Mentor team members in diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
Identify areas for process improvements in test and troubleshooting activities, yield, and test fidelity
Participate in safety improvement initiatives and preventative/corrective action implementations
Support cost estimation, proposal development, and functional initiatives
Actively monitor the status and performance of avionics tests while contributing to mid-term and year-end evaluations
Qualification
Required
5 years of experience with Bachelors in STEM; 3 years with Masters; 1 year with PhD for Principal Electrical Test Engineer (T03)
8 years of experience with Bachelors in STEM; 6 years with Masters; 4 years with PhD for Senior Principal Electrical Test Engineer (T04)
Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret Clearance
Experience in hardware design, testing, and troubleshooting
Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and circuitry
Strong analytical/diagnostic skills for solving technical challenges
Ability to work various shifts, inclusive of after hours and weekends
Preferred
Active Secret Clearance
Demonstrated success in leading small teams of engineers
Expertise in power regulation and analog signal processing
Expertise in hardware-software integration for automated test systems using tools like NI LabVIEW/TestStand
Expertise in high-speed serial interfaces (LVDS, SPACEWIRE, TCPIP, 1553)
Strong skills with tools like Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and presentations
Familiarity with troubleshooting electronic systems with lab equipment
Proven ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives in testing practices
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.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase