Engineering Technician 2

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. 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 has an opening for an Engineering Technician 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Operations Engineering organization. This position is fulltime onsite and is located at the Rancho Carmel campus in San Diego and will also support our Spectrum campus in San Diego if Secure Processing and Networking (SPAN) as needed. The ideal candidate will be required to perform the following tasks: · Interpret detailed drawings for troubleshooting and failure diagnosis. · Assemble, and install mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic components or assemblies. · Set up and conduct prototype unit and subsystem tests under operational conditions. · Analyze test data, identify issues, and recommend modifications. · Support critical flight hardware integration with high attention to detail and safety. · Organize and maintain Test Stations for the F-22 Test Department · Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts, or defined plans to perform routine testing, checkout, troubleshooting, prototype building, environmental testing, and simple developmental engineering tasks. · Assist in the calibration test equipment process · Travel - This position could require up to 5% travel domestically. Basic Qualifications: High School Diploma with 2 (or more) years mechanical, electronic or related experience. Electronic skills (AC/DC/resistance measurements) Mechanical equipment experience Assembly and soldering experience Microsoft Office Suite experience (Word and Excel) Experience with Calibration and Preventative Maintenance of Electronic Equipment Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance US Citizenship Preferred Qualifications: U.S. Secret Security Clearance Aerospace Integration and Test experience Experience with troubleshooting and repair support equipment Experience with voltage circuitry Experience with generating and supporting disposition of discrepancy documentation Experience with IPC, J-STD, and AS9100 processes, procedures and protocols Experience with critical/hazardous operations a plus. Manufacturing experience and certifications with flight wire harnessing, flight soldering, and epoxy bonding/application highly desired What We Can Offer You Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family. Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more! Primary Level Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $93,400.00 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. Existing Applicants: Need to update your contact information or email address? 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