Test Operations Manager 3 - FTO

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Test Engineering Operations Manager 3 - Flight Test Organization (FTO) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This leadership role is located in Edwards AFB, CA. The Test and Evaluation (T&E) FTO is seeking a senior leader for the Test Operations team which includes program test pilots, test conductors, test directors, training and scheduling groups. Responsibilities of the role include: Working alongside government test counterparts to develop, maintain, improve and adhere to Test Operations processes Developing and administering budgets, schedules and team staffing plans within program performance standards Resolving integrated technical and operational problems to meet established program milestones Supporting risk, issue and opportunity management Conducting regular briefings to program, functional and engineering leadership teams Building and maintaining a culture that empowers employees, establishes personal and team joint accountability, motivates team performance, encourages development, and supports innovation Supporting short- and long-term flight test operations planning, technical safety planning and test reporting Our Leaders at Northrop Grumman live our values daily and encourage our teams to do the same. We do the right thing: upholding the highest ethical standards and facilitating a safe and respectful environment that attracts, retains, and inspires a diverse and engaged team. We do what we promise: holding yourself and others accountable to meet predictable and balanced results. We commit to shared success: operating as OneNG and removing barriers for our teams. Finally, We pioneer: setting a vision that shapes the future and inspires others. Basic Qualifications: Bachelor's of Science degree in a Science, Technical, Engineering or Math (STEM) discipline and 9 years of relevant experience OR a Master's of Science degree in a STEM discipline and 7 years of relevant experience Must have 5 years’ experience in a Technical Lead or Manager role. Must have 5 years’ experience in a Flight Operations or Aircraft Operations role. Experience with Earned Value Management (EVM) Willingness to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year Active DoD Top Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. Preferred Qualifications: Experience is a USAF Combined Test Force (developmental or operational flight test environments) Excellent leadership, motivational, and communications skills Experience managing large material and labor budgets Experience leading large, diverse technical teams Graduate of recognized Test Pilot School