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Systems Test Engineer III

Hunt Valley, MD

... project engineering, task lead, and potential management of direct reports. Responsibilities: Responsible for leading design, development, and execution of tests for products (hardware, software ...

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Systems Test Engineer III

Hunt Valley, MD · On-site

... project engineering, task lead, and potential management of direct reports. Responsibilities: Responsible for leading design, development, and execution of tests for products (hardware, software ...

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Test Engineer I

Hunt Valley, MD · On-site

Executing test engineering tasks - including (but not limited to) requirements analysis, design review support, formal validation planning, test, verification, risk management, and engineering ...

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Test Engineer I

Hunt Valley, MD · On-site

Executing test engineering tasks - including (but not limited to) requirements analysis, design review support, formal validation planning, test, verification, risk management, and engineering ...

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As of Aug 24, 2026, the average yearly pay for test engineering manager in Aberdeen, MD is $122,946.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $107,500.00 and $138,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Test Engineering Manager leads a team responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing testing processes to ensure product quality and reliability. They collaborate with cross-functional teams, develop test strategies, and oversee automation and manual testing efforts. Their role includes managing team performance, improving testing methodologies, and ensuring compliance with industry standards. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential for addressing technical challenges and meeting project deadlines.

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To thrive as a Test Engineering Manager, you need a solid background in quality assurance, test automation, project management, and a relevant technical degree, often in engineering or computer science. Familiarity with automation frameworks (like Selenium or JUnit), CI/CD tools, and certifications such as ISTQB or PMP are commonly expected. Strong leadership, effective communication, and problem-solving skills are crucial for inspiring teams and driving results. These competencies ensure the delivery of high-quality products, efficient team performance, and continuous improvement in dynamic development environments.

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Manager Subsystem Factory Test Design Section 3

Baltimore, MD • On-site

Northrop Grumman Corporation
Space Research Administration • 10K+ employees

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Posted 5 days ago

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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% 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 System's Engineering and Sciences (E&S) Baltimore and Partnered Sites (BaPs) Division is seeking a leader to manage the Subsystem Factory Test Design Section. The team is responsible for working with architecting, designing, integrating and validating production test solutions for our subsystem products.
This position is located on-site in Baltimore, MD and supports the Engineering & Sciences organization aligned to the Baltimore and Partners Division. This position will report to the Director of AESA Subsystems & Product Leadership with 7 direct reports consisting of front-line managers and Consulting Engineers.
This position is dual role encompassing both people and project/technical leadership.
What You'll Get to do:
  • Lead a multi-disciplined team of 60 engineers and 6 front-line managers overseeing test hardware/software development and integration of test solutions for complex systems, including teams located in BWI and Waynesboro.
  • Drive staffing, performance management, career development, resource planning, and merit planning to meet organizational and departmental goals
  • Direct management and consulting of the section's Technical Leadership
  • Provide project and technical oversight for activities performed by the group
  • Ensure application of design processes and guidelines used in the group
  • Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, documentation, and quality
  • Promote team building through coaching, mentoring, and career development
  • Develop proposal inputs and review proposal content for both internal and external customers
  • Collaborate with peer managers to ensure consistency across multiple work groups
  • Responsible for recruitment and onboarding of top-tier multi-disciplined engineering talent
  • Support test solution and process roadmap strategic discussions for the enterprise
  • Support department initiatives, recruiting, cross-campus/sector involvement, and internally funded projects

This role is contingent upon candidates having an Active Secret Clearance and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
Basic Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree with 8 years of experience, a Master's degree with 6 years of experience or a PhD with 4 years of experience in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields.
  • U.S Citizenship is required.
  • A current/active government secret clearance.
  • Ability to obtain Special Program Access (SAP).
  • 5 years of experience as an IPT Lead and/or Functional Management of technical teams with an understanding of Earned Value Management.
  • Understanding of the components comprising RF sensor subsystems.
  • Understanding of RF, analog, and digital electronics with a fundamental knowledge of testing means, methods, and objectives for those products
  • Understanding of Hardware development principles and practices.
  • Understanding of Software development principles and practices.
  • Understanding of engineering processes, process development, and engineering metrics.
  • Understanding of recruitment and onboarding of engineering personnel.
  • Effective communication with executive leadership from functional/program organizations.

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Advanced degrees in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics or related technical fields.
  • Active DoD Top Secret Clearance or higher.
  • Experience in multi-disciplined engineering and manufacturing environments.
  • Experience with Test Hardware and Software solutions, architectures, and implementations.
  • Experience with RF, digital, and power testing in a production environment
  • Experience with developing software used to control test equipment and other hardware.
  • Demonstrated success in setting expectations and driving accountability through multi-level engineering organizations.
  • Demonstrated collaboration between engineering, manufacturing, and suppliers to achieve common test objectives
  • Demonstrated success in implementing engineering metrics as well as continuous improvement in engineering processes, documentation, and quality.

Primary Level Salary Range: $184,300.00 - $276,500.00
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.
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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.

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Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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