Senior V&V Engineer – Triton UAS

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.

We’re building something special here in Australia. Committed to safeguarding our Country’s future by solving the toughest problems in Aeronautics, Space and Mission Systems, we’re investing in our business, growing our capabilities and nurturing a great reputation as the place to be in Defence. ‘Defining Possible’ is our mantra and we are committed to making sure that’s as relevant for our people as for our customers.

Northrop Grumman's MQ-4C Triton Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) provides real-time intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) over vast ocean and coastal regions. The aircraft can fly for more than 24 hours at a time, at an altitude above 55,000 feet and an operational range of 8,200 nautical miles.

As Northrop Grumman Australia prepares for the arrival of the Triton UAS, we are setting up and proactively recruiting to ensure a seamless and coordinated entry into service.

Your Role:

The Senior Verification and Validation Engineer will be actively involved in the development, design and execution of verification activities to successfully introduce the Triton System including the ground support elements.

This will include the synthesis of customer contractual needs and requirements into comprehensive test plans, procedures, schedules and subsequent activities.

Working in an above-the-line arrangement, you will be supporting the Triton UAS on behalf of the Commonwealth as a trusted advisor and subject matter expert.

About You:

You will be a degree-qualified engineer with demonstrated experience in similar roles. Confidence working with Defence customers will be highly desired so you will need to be an articulate communicator with a customer-focused approach to problem-solving.

You will have had significant experience developing and conducting test programs on complex projects (aerospace/ communications ) and have sound knowledge of ASDEFCON processes and airworthiness standards.

Lastly, you need to hold an Australian Government Security Clearance (NV1).

What we offer:

Whatever your role, life stage or background, you can shape your career here in your way with highly challenging work, great colleagues and career development, plus a range of flexible benefits and working patterns.

• Professional Development Support – further education, leadership development, professional industry memberships and unlimited access to a range of online training
• Options for flexible & hybrid work including 9 day fortnight
• Up to 2 weeks additional purchased annual leave
• Salary packaging including novated car leases
• Generous parental leave entitlements
• Volunteer Leave
• Health & Wellbeing program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Support towards continued Engineering Professionalisation through our agreements with Engineers’ Australia

Defining Possible means something different to each one of us. What’s Your Possible?

Everyone Matters

Doing the Right Thing and Sharing Success are two values underpinning how we behave at Northrop Grumman. Here, everyone matters and we proudly encourage individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply to join our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Note: As a Defence security clearance is required for this role (NV1) you will need to be an Australian Citizen. International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable, so your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role.

This position reports to Australia-Fortitude Valley, Queensland, AUS, however, you are able to work from any of the additional 2 locations listed above.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are welcome and encouraged to apply.