Sentinel - Flight & Ground Test Manager 3 (4589-3) Northrop Grumman

• Vandenberg AFB, California

PERMANENT

Posted 06/2026 Job Description Job Summary

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE

Secret

TRAVEL:

Yes, 25 of the TimeDescription At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history. Northrop Grumman has an opening for a Sentinel (GBSD) Flight & Ground Test Manager 3 to join our team of highly qualified and diverse individuals. This manager will lead a diverse team of Engineers, Technicians, and subcontractors performing flight testing of the Sentinel (GBSD) missile weapon system. This role is responsible for technical and programmatic execution of development test and test operations and will be located in Vandenberg SFB, CA. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package. As a leader, you always act with integrity, and the highest ethical standards characterize everything you do. You enable your team to achieve predictable and balanced results, while satisfying the needs of internal and external partners. You treat all people with respect, and you model personal growth and continuous development. You know how to build an inclusive environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. You develop trusted and valued customer relationships and communicate effectively, so that people throughout the organization feel engaged and connected to their work. You deliver excellence, strive for continuous improvement, and respond vigorously to change. What you will get to do: Manage and lead multiple campaign teams consisting of flight test engineers who perform system-level tests on the Sentinel Aerospace Vehicle and Launch Equipment Lead or direct test operations to make missile launch equipment and air vehicle equipment ready for flight test, developing detailed test procedures, and conducting acceptance testing. Responsible for overseeing control account managers, statement of work mapping, contract compliance, company policy adherence, metrics collection, and reporting Develop, perform, and document tests, including test planning, test conduct, data analysis and post-test results as part of the Flight Test Team Participate in technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, cost, schedule, risk, and supportability/effectiveness analyses for systems Review and evaluate test requirements to ensure completeness and compliance of the test program Verify specifications and designs through testing, test data processing, modeling and simulation and performance analysis Support all phases of the system lifecycle including concept, design, fabrication, test, installation, operation, maintenance and disposal Maintain design documentation and follow configuration management requirements Create technical reports and present test and analysis results Coordinate integrated testing activities working in a dynamic people-focused environment Designing, build, procure, maintain, prepare, and/or use flight test infrastructure, support equipment, and missile weapon system hardware and software Interface with internal and external customers As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts This position's standard work schedule is a 9/80.

The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

You'll Bring These Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree with 8 years of related experience, or a Masters Degree with 6 years of related experience. US Citizenship with an Active Secret Clearance or higher (awarded within the past 6 years) with the ability to receive a Special Access Program (SAP) certification. CAM certified with 5+ years of managing EVMs 5+ years of Test Experience (Test Plan, Test Procedures, Test Reporting Experience managing groups of 10+ employees. 2+ years of Flight Test Experience. Experience managing projects and the associated costs, schedules, and technical performance. Prior ICBM or missile/rocket flight test experience with a successful track record of program performance, interpersonal team building skills, and cross-functional management experience. Possess excellent leadership, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills These Qualifications Would be Nice to

Have:

Bachelors Degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) and a minimum 8 years of related experience or Masters Degree in STEM with 6 years of related experience. Active Top Secret Clearance granted within the last 6 years Strong partnership/collaboration skills. Demonstrated ability to partner cross-IPT/cross-discipline within a team Strong program technical leadership skills Familiarity with processes and systems for test telemetry, system safety, and range safety Strong program execution skills; Demonstrated ability to meet program technical, cost, and schedule milestones. Ability to integrate, engage, and lead team to perform at top level of performance. Ability to leverage experience/background to bring alternative ideas/solutions to the team

Primary Level Salary Range:

$175,400.00 - $263,200.00 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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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. Job and company information not to be copied, shared, scraped, or otherwise disseminated without explicit consent of JSfirm, LLC.