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Flight Test Technician 1/2 - Cage Attendant

Northrop Grumman

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

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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 2 - Cage Attendant to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation (T&E) organization. This position will be located in Palmdale , CA and will support the F35 Program.

Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Maintaining positive inventory control on all inventoried parts via the checkout system. Issuing, accepting, and inspecting tools and test equipment in support of article testing
  • Testing, troubleshooting, removal, installation, modification, and maintenance of aerospace systems including, but not limited to fuel, hydraulics, ECS, flight controls, propulsion, landing gear, CNI, and ground support equipment.
  • Operate ground equipment, aerospace systems checkout, perform pre and post-use inspections, service fuel, lubrication, cooling, and other requirements as necessary.
  • Performs electrical wiring repairs: Solder, Crimp, Replace components
  • Interface with Shipping/Receiving, engineering property management, CAL and other support groups
  • Must be able to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions to fabricate and assemble necessary fixtures and/or components.


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

*Role may be filled at either a level 1 or level 2 based on qualifications*

Basic Qualifications Level 1:
  • High School Diploma/GED with 6 months of industry-related experience
  • Ability to lift 30lbs
  • Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Familiarity with Maintenance Data Collection systems (MES, FMT, CAMS,)
  • Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
  • 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 Level 2:
  • High School Diploma/GED with two years of industry-related experience
  • Ability to lift 30lbs
  • Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Familiarity with Maintenance Data Collection systems (MES, FMT, CAMS,)
  • Must have ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
  • 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:
  • Active Secret clearance with investigation closeout within the last 3 years.
  • Mix of back shop and flightline maintenance experience
  • Familiarity with Configuration Management and/or Mission Assurance concepts
  • Electrical wire fabrication and repair experience
  • Tool control and maintenance experience
  • Familiar with equipment and test units


Primary Level Salary Range: $45,800.00 - $76,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $54,400.00 - $90,600.00

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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Northrop Grumman solves the toughest problems in space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace to meet the ever-evolving needs of our customers worldwide. Our 90,000 employees are Defining Possible every day using science, technology and engineering to create and deliver advanced systems, products and services. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will allow you to work together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines. © 2025 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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