Senior Principal Flight Test Technician – A&P Required

Northrop Grumman

Flight Test Technician performing testing and maintenance of aircraft systems at Northrop Grumman. Support flight operations and repair complex mechanical systems with a focus on safety and compliance.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeMojave • California • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $66,600 - $111,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform production and flight line testing and maintenance
Support and perform flight operations including inspections and refueling operations
Perform repairs, modifications, installations, and test mechanical systems
Work from technical documents and schematics
Construct, troubleshoot, and maintain complex equipment and systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma and 4 years aircraft maintenance experience (Principal) / 6 years (Sr. Principal)
FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license required
Must have an active US Government Secret Clearance
Ability to obtain FAA Class II Medical
Strong communication skills
Experience with wire harness building and repair

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business

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Hard Skills & Tools

Production TestingFlight Line TestingMechanical Systems RepairTroubleshootingTechnical Document Interpretation

Soft Skills

Strong Communication Skills

Certifications

FAA Airframe And Powerplant License