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Senior Principal / Principal Flight Test Engineer

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Northrop Grumman

Edwards Air Force Base, CA (In Person)

$129,500 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 03/09/2026 (Updated 03/14/2026) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job Description

Provide laboratory support for integration testing. Support and host test planning working groups. Perform technical analysis of complete systems and prepares comprehensive system level evaluations. Support test card development and review in collaboration with other engineering disciplines and test operations personnel. Support test readiness reviews, and pre/post-test briefings. Provide mission control room support and makes real-time decisions regarding safety, efficiency, and effectiveness. Proficient in Microsoft Office and Integrated Analysis & Data System (IADS) This requisition may be filled at either a principal or a Sr. Principal level. A Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM Degree). A minimum of 5 years of applicable experience with a BS Degree or 3 years with a MS degree in STEM Field A Bachelors in Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM Degree). A minimum of 9 years of applicable experience with a BS Degree or 7 years with a MS degree in STEM Field Both Principal and Sr Principal Systems Test Engineer This position requires a DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance as well as the ability to obtain and maintain a Special Program Access clearance. In depth knowledge of or test experience, to include control room monitoring. Top Secret clearance
Primary Level Salary Range:
$103,600.00 - $155,400.00
Secondary 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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