Electrical Test Engineer - Level 3/4 (AHT)
- US citizenship
- Secret clearance
How this pay compares
This posting states $98.4k–$148k a year. Open test engineer jobs in Arizona post a median of $155k a year, the middle half $123k–$165k, across 21 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post.
About the job
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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.
Northrop Grumman's Space Sector has an opening for an Electrical Test Engineer - Level 3/4 to join our Test Engineering Organization in Gilbert, AZ. ## Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following - Communication and Collaboration: Work closely with multidisciplinary teams (e.g., EGSE, Design Engineering, Manufacturing) - Actively participate in design reviews, peer evaluations, and program milestone reviews (MRR, PDR, CDR, TRR) - Provide cross-program coordination and escalate key updates or issues to upper management - Test Engineering Expertise: Collaborate with the EGSE Lead to develop Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) requirements - Generate test plans and procedures to ensure compliance with specifications - Perform or oversee testing and troubleshooting of both flight and non-flight Circuit Card Assemblies (CCAs) or electronic modules - Analyze test results, trends, and drive resolution of anomalies or failures - Leadership and Mentorship: Participate in Gilbert, AZ-based Test Engineers, to understand assigned testing priorities and providing problem-solving expertise - Mentor team members in diagnostic and troubleshooting skills - Continuous Improvement Efforts & Initiatives: Identify areas for process improvements in test and troubleshooting activities, yield, and test fidelity - Participate in safety improvement initiatives and preventative/corrective action implementations - Program & Business Support: Support cost estimation, proposal development, and functional initiatives - Actively monitor the status and performance of avionics tests while contributing to mid-term and year-end evaluations This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below. ## Basic Qualifications for Electrical Test Engineer - Level 3 - 5 years of relevant experience with Bachelors in STEM discipline; 3 years of relevant experience with Masters in STEM; 1 year of relevant experience with PhD in STEM - Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance - Experience in hardware design, testing, and troubleshooting - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and circuitry - Strong analytical/diagnostic skills for solving technical challenges - Ability to work various shifts, inclusive of after hours and weekends ## Basic Qualifications for Electrical Test Engineer - Level 4 - 8 years of relevant experience with Bachelors in STEM discipline; 6 years of relevant experience with Masters in STEM; 4 years of relevant experience with PhD in STEM - Ability to obtain and maintain Secret Clearance - Experience in hardware design, testing, and troubleshooting - Ability to read and interpret electrical schematics and circuitry - Strong analytical/diagnostic skills for solving technical challenges - Ability to work various shifts, inclusive of after hours and weekends ## Preferred Qualifications - Active Secret Clearance - Demonstrated success in leading small teams of engineers - Expertise in power regulation and analog signal processing - Expertise in hardware-software integration for automated test systems using tools like NI LabVIEW/TestStand - Expertise in high-speed serial interfaces (LVDS, SPACEWIRE, TCPIP, 1553) - Strong skills with tools like Microsoft Office, spreadsheets, and presentations - Familiarity with troubleshooting electronic systems with lab equipment - Proven ability to implement continuous improvement initiatives in testing practices #AZSpace #SpaceEngJobs #SpaceSoftwareJobs Primary Level Salary Range: $98,400.00 - $147,600.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $122,800.00 - $184,200.00 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 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.
From Northrop Grumman's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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