Engineer Test

Position Overview

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. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Test Engineer based out of Location: Buffalo, NY. We are seeking a self-starter with strong oral and written communication skills, a solid sense of accountability, and excellent interpersonal abilities. The Manufacturing organization in Buffalo tests a variety of electronic components and systems used in the development, test, validation, and training of Electronic Warfare hardware and software to ensure the safety and success of the warfighter.

Key Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements testing methods while determining equipment capabilities to functionally test Microwave, Radio Frequency, and Digital microelectronics products.
• Provides project management and technical oversight for test activities including resources, budgets, and schedules with milestones.
• Coordinates with a team of test technicians to implement and improve testing processes.
• Collaborates with Systems and Hardware Engineering to support the development of new products.
• Develops and refines test procedures to meet quality and performance standards.
• Evaluates and monitors manufacturing and test data to identify defect trends and works with Manufacturing Engineering to resolve issues.
• Provides dispositions for non-conforming products, processing the related Quality Notifications to completion.
• Develops and refines automated test software, leading Continuous Improvement projects and presenting outcomes to executive management.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or another STEM-related technical discipline with 2 years of experience; Master's Degree candidates with 0 years of experience are also considered.
• Experience with testing methods, procedures, and product quality standards.
• Experience with test equipment such as vector network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, RF signal generators, noise figure meters, oscilloscopes, and digital multimeters.
• Ability to read and interpret 2D and/or 3D drawings.
• Experience in prioritizing and adjusting tasks to accomplish project objectives.
• Ability to obtain a DoD Security Clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with industry standards including but not limited to IPC-610, J-STD, 7711/7721, MIL, and ANSI.
• Experience composing process documentation, such as test procedures.
• Experience in data analysis and developing performance metrics.
• Proficiency with spreadsheets and database tools (e.g., Excel, Access).
• Programming experience with LabVIEW, Visual Basic, and C++.
• Familiarity with mechanical and electrical manufacturing/production processes.
• Experience using Siemens Team Center.
• Experience with SAP ERP2 systems.
• Active DoD Security Clearance.

Benefits & Perks

• Salary: $75,800.00 - $113,800.00 per year
• Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package including Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off, Education Assistance, Training and Development, and a 9/80 Work Schedule where available.