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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time **Description** 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. 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, they're making history. At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We are looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we ’II support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you ’II have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career. Start your future with a new mission, Northrop Grumman Mission Systems. Northrop Grumman Mission Systems, located in **Baltimore, MD** , has an immediate need for a **Staff Test Pilot 5 for Flight Test Operations.** This organization provides flight test capabilities for the development, assessment and demonstration of NGC products and systems. **The responsibilities of the Staff Test Pilot 5 include:**

• Perform research and development flight test in support sensor development intended for a wide variety of applications and in various states of technical maturity.
• Maintain currency and proficiency in multiple aircraft types.
• Plan and execute flight operations in support of sensor development throughout the National Airspace System to include Special Use Airspace, participation in military exercises, and cooperation with military assets.
• Plan and execute test flights to verify analysis in support of aircraft modifications.
• Provide technical support and liaison with program teams in support of sensor integration.
• Other duties as assigned.

**Basic Qualifications for a level 5:**

• BS degree with 12 years of professional/military experience - OR - a Master’s degree with 10 years professional/military experience
• Pilot graduate (long-course) of a military test pilot school (USNTPS, USAFTPS, ETPS or EPNER)
• Minimum three years of test pilot experience in developmental and/or operational flight test
• FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Land pilot certificate without a centerline thrust restriction
• FAA Second Class Medical
• Minimum 1500 hours First Pilot (USN/USMC) or Primary (USAF) flight time in turbojet, turbofan or turboprop aircraft
• A current ACTIVE DoD Secret clearance or higher within the past two years with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation
• The ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs
• US Citizenship Required

**Preferred Qualifications:**

• Master’s degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating
• Previous experience in aircraft modifications, configuration and control and technical/operational review boards
• Familiar with government flight test organizations, ranges, and processes
• Technically and operationally familiar with airborne radar systems
• FAA type ratings and experience in multi-engine, non-centerline thrust aircraft

Salary Range: $197,500.00 - $296,300.00 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 . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. #J-18808-Ljbffr AECOM

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Holiday work, Immediate start, Relocation package, Shift work,

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