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travel to support Production operations in Palmdale, CA. The Triton MQ 4C ITT (Integrated Test Team) is seeking a candidate to fill the role of AVO for the Triton unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) during developmental test and operational flights. The selected candidate should thrive in a fast paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, collaborative/team settings across all levels. The selected candidate should have excellent interpersonal and organizational
skills as well as oral and written communication
skills. The selected candidate must be willing to work in a flexible work schedule that may include first or second shift, extended shifts, weekends and holidays.
Essential Functions: Remotely pilots Triton UAV to determine compliance with specification and operational suitability during engineering tests and flight test/demonstration support through specifically prescribed tests and maneuvers Defines, plans, organizes and executes complex flight profiles and flight test events in support of program milestones Conducts briefings and debriefings, and coordinates with maintenance personnel to analyze and correct vehicle discrepancies Act as NATOPS Instructor or Examiner as required Must successfully complete company UAV operator training and qualification program and receive GFR certification Basic
Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree with 9 Years ith 9 Years Experience:or; Master’s Degree with 7 years with 7 yearswith 7 yearsexperience Current FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating and a minimum of 1,000 flight hours as pilot in command of a manned aircraft Must have at least 2,000 hours PC/PIC time (not in SUAS) or 500 hours in MQ
clearance with an investigation in the last 6 years with the ability to obtain and retain a DOD Top Secret and SCI
clearance
Preferred
Qualifications: BS degree in Aviation or Aerospace Test Pilot School graduate P 3 or P 8 Military Flight
Experience Qualified Global Hawk or Triton UAS Pilot Active DOD Top Secret
clearance 200 hours of PC/PIC time during engineering flight test, and 10 hours during experimental flight test. Primary Level
salary:Range: $151,100.00 $226,700.00 The above 00 The above00 The abovesalary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope andresponsibilities 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 governmentclearance and certain other restricted positions.