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Flight Test Technician 3/4 (A&P License Required)

Northrop Grumman

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Aerospace and Aviation
Mojave, CA (On-Site/Office)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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 Flight Test Technician 3/4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation (T&E) organization. This position will be located in Mojave, CA.

The selected candidate will be assigned as a flight test technician which is a 100% on-site role in Mojave, CA.

The Flight Test Technician performs production and flight line testing and maintenance. Will support and perform flight operations including but not limited to pre and post flight inspections, refueling operations, aircraft towing and jacking. Can perform repairs, modifications, installations, and test mechanical systems. Performs duties / functions of test personnel in area(s) of assignment. Determines and performs the sequence for installing, removing, maintaining, repairing critical components / systems working with engineering.

Performs testing, rework, and repair in various fields of specialization. Applies theories and skills in accomplishing assigned tasks. Works from electronic data, blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, technical orders, engineering orders, schematics, block diagrams and other technical documents on mechanical, hydraulics, power plant, and/or structures. Performs modifications and adjustments as necessary.

Performs mechanical maintenance, repair, testing and troubleshooting in support of specific test objectives. Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, and maintains various types of complex equipment, components, devices, or systems. Notifies lead personnel or supervision of any / all malfunctions, defects and damages to equipment, material, and product. Checks work for completeness and accuracy. Position requires ability to interpret and use drawings and engineering documents to repair, maintain, or modify complex systems.

Position may require domestic travel.

Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends as required.

Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Support and perform flight operations including but not limited to pre and post flight inspections, refueling operations, aircraft towing and jacking.
  • Perform repairs, modifications, installations, and test mechanical systems.
  • Performs duties / functions of test personnel in area(s) of assignment.
  • Determines and performs the sequence for installing, removing, maintaining, repairing critical components / systems working with engineering.


Additional job responsibilities:
  • Performs testing, rework, and repair in various fields of specialization.
  • Applies theories and skills in accomplishing assigned tasks.
  • Works from electronic data, blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, technical orders, engineering orders, schematics, block diagrams and other technical documents on mechanical, hydraulics, power plant, and/or structures.
  • Performs modifications and adjustments as necessary.
  • Performs mechanical maintenance, repair, testing and troubleshooting in support of specific test objectives.
  • Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, and maintains various types of complex equipment, components, devices, or systems.
  • Notifies lead personnel or supervision of any / all malfunctions, defects and damages to equipment, material, and product.
  • Checks work for completeness and accuracy.
  • Position requires ability to interpret and use drawings and engineering documents to repair, maintain, or modify complex systems.
  • Conducting tests and reporting data in the prescribed format, using predetermined methods, sequences, and setups to inspect or test specific equipment or products
  • Application of materials, appliqués, coatings, decals, primer, and paint


Position may require domestic travel up to 15% of the time.

The standard shift for this position is on the 4/10 schedule. Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends as required.

*This requisition is a dual level and may be filled as either a Level 3 or Level 4 Flight Test Technician based on the qualifications below.*

- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to deliver on key dates and commitments

- Strong oral and written communication and interpersonal skills

- Strong communicative skills of professionalism and tact required with contact between NG support groups as well as outside customers and organizations with significant importance.

- This position has limited travel up to 15% of the time.

Basic Qualifications for Flight Test Technician 3:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent with 4 years industry-related experience
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License Required
  • Must have a minimum of 4 years flight line maintenance experience
  • Ability to lift 30 lbs
  • Experience with wire harness building and repair
  • Experience working with structures, drilling, riveting
  • Must be willing and able to work 4/10 schedule as primary
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to deliver on key dates and commitments
  • Strong communicative skills of professionalism and tact required with contact between NG support groups as well as outside customers and organizations with significant importance.
  • Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 5 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.


Basic Qualifications for Flight Test Technician 4:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent with 6 years industry-related experience
  • FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) License Required
  • Must have a minimum of 4 years flight line maintenance experience
  • Ability to lift 30 lbs
  • Experience with wire harness building and repair
  • Experience working with structures, drilling, riveting
  • Must be willing and able to work 4/10 schedule as primary
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to deliver on key dates and commitments
  • Strong communicative skills of professionalism and tact required with contact between NG support groups as well as outside customers and organizations with significant importance.
  • Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 5 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 for Flight Test Technician 3 and 4:
  • Gulfstream experience
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision to deliver on key dates and commitments
  • Serves as a resource to others in the resolution of problems and issues should they arise
  • The ability to assist in orienting, training, assigning, and checking work of lower-level employees
  • Experience with operating flight line ground equipment
  • Experience with flight test operations
  • Experience with FAA regulations, Prep Items, and possess the ability to read and locate technical data including aircraft manuals and drawings.


Salary Range: $64,600.00 - $107,600.00Salary Range 2: $76,800.00 - $128,000.00

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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