Test Lab Administrator / Principal Test Lab Administrator

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret 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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. Our Engineering and Sciences (E&S) organization pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission! Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is searching for a Test Lab Administrator to support our Systems Engineering Integration & Test (SEIT) department. As a member of the SEIT department, the candidate will work in a fast-paced team environment alongside physicists, design engineers, and superconducting foundry engineers to make our technologies a reality. This position will serve on-site supporting the Sentinel program, at our Woodland Hills, CA facility. This position will be 100% on-site. Job Responsibilities The candidate will serve as Test Lab Administrator for the Sentinel Program working in a dynamic multi-disciplinary environment. Daily responsibilities include: Serve as the primary point of contact for the lab coordinating all lab maintenance, upgrades, and the development of new test areas. Procure, qualify, and maintain test equipment to ensure accurate data collection and sufficient testing capacity. Coordinate equipment calibration activities with metrology to ensure documented traceability, compliance, and timely re-certification. Create and disseminate training materials, roll out standardized processes to lab users, and monitor adherence to lab rules and guidelines. Supervise daily lab operations, enforce critical housekeeping standards; maintain organized equipment, and ensure adherence to safety processes. Develop, document, and continuously improve standard operating procedures, work instructions, and checklists to optimize lab tasks efficiency and repeatability. Maintain comprehensive documentation, including process metrics, audit logs, and historical records, to support projects and compliance audits. This position can be filled as a Test Lab Administrator or as a Principal Test Lab Administrator Basic Qualifications for Test Lab Administrator: 2 Years of relevant experience with Bachelors degree; 0 Years with Masters degree Active DoD Secret Level security clearance, US Citizenship Required Experience in a Test Lab environment supporting hardware and/or software validation Experience with Test and Evaluation or Maintenance processes/procedures to support both management and engineering tasks Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers. Experience working with operational hazards such as overhead lifting, Thermal Chambers, and/or Vibration Test systems. Ability to lead initiatives that enforce critical housekeeping, safety, and equipment organization standards and ensure consistent process adherence across the lab. Consistent ability to work at a fast pace while multi-tasking and communicating effectively. Ability to work on site in Woodland Hills, Ca as required by this position Basic Qualifications for Principal Test Lab Administrator: 5 Years of relevant experience with a Bachelors degree; 3 Years with Masters degree Active DoD Secret Level security clearance, US Citizenship Required Experience in a Test Lab environment supporting hardware and/or software validation Experience with Test and Evaluation or Maintenance processes/procedures to support both management and engineering tasks Working knowledge of standard test equipment: network analyzers, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, synthesizers, digitizers, and/or signal analyzers. Experience working with operational hazards such as overhead lifting, Thermal Chambers, and/or Vibration Test systems. Ability to lead initiatives that enforce critical housekeeping, safety, and equipment organization standards and ensure consistent process adherence across the lab. Consistent ability to work at a fast pace while multi-tasking and communicating effectively. Ability to work on site in Woodland Hills, Ca as required by this position Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing equipment calibration efforts, coordinating equipment swaps to minimize test downtime, and monitoring re-certification schedules. A continuous improvement mindset with proven ability to identify workflow inefficiencies, propose process enhancements, and adopt emerging technologies that boost testing capabilities and data quality. Experience proactively administering spare parts planning: analyzing equipment usage and failure trends, identifying critical components, and maintaining an inventory to minimize downtime. Previous experience with inventory tracking and/or lab management systems. Demonstrated effective lab management skills, ensuring that workspaces are organized and maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and safety. Skilled at implementing and enforcing lab processes, ensuring that all personnel consistently follow established protocols. Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00 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. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? 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