Internship 1000 Hour Pilot Jobs in Rosedale, MD (NOW HIRING)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Interim Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the TimeDescription
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. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.
Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Sr Staff Test Pilot for Flight Test Operations based out of Baltimore, MD.
This organization provides flight test capabilities for the development, assessment and demonstration of NGC products and systems.
What You'll get to Do:

• Be a critical member of a team that flies 1,000 flight hours per year conducting flight test on 6 aircraft for 40+ sensor development programs supporting the warfighter.
• Participate in large force exercises to showcase technology in operationally relevant environments.
• Maintain currency and proficiency in multiple aircraft types (Bombardier CRJ-700, De Havilland Dash 8, Learjet 60XR, Aero Vodochody L-39 Albatros).
• Perform research and development flight test in support sensor development intended for a wide variety of applications and in various states of technical maturity.
• Plan and execute test flights to verify analysis in support of aircraft modifications.
• Plan and execute flight operations in support of sensor development throughout the National Airspace System to include Special Use Airspace and cooperation with military assets.
• Provide technical support and liaison with program teams in support of sensor integration.
• Other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and 14 years professional/military experience; Master's degree and 12 years professional/military experience; PhD and 10 years professional/military experience.
• Graduate from an internationally recognized Test Pilot School long course (USNTPS, USAFTPS, NTPS, ETPS, EPNER).
• Current FAA Class II medical certificate or have the ability to obtain one prior to start.
• Minimum 1000 hours fixed wing Aircraft Commander/Pilot in Command/Primary flight time in turbojet, turbofan or turboprop aircraft.
• FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Land (AMEL) pilot certificate without a centerline thrust restriction or must have the ability to obtain one prior to start.
• U.S. Citizenship and an interim U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance is required to start. Must also have the ability to obtain/maintain U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3+ years of test pilot experience in developmental and/or operational flight test.
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating.
• Master's degree in engineering or related technical discipline.
• Previous experience in aircraft modifications, configuration and control and technical/operational review boards.
• Familiar with government flight test organizations, ranges, and processes.
• Technically and operationally familiar with airborne radar systems.
• A current/active U.S. Government Secret Security clearance or higher.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $222,700.00 - $334,100.00
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.