DoD SkillBridge - Aircraft Mechanic 3/4

Northrop Grumman•Whiteman AFB, MO

66d•$54,500 - $107,900•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Military Internship Program (DoD SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.1322.29. NG-MIP program is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members. Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 3/4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals supporting the B-2 Contract Field Team (CFT). This role is located at Whiteman AFB, MO. This position requires a security clearance, so an active clearance is preferred, but a clearance request will be submitted for the selected candidate if necessary. The nature of this position requires individuals to be comfortable working in a classified environment; cell phones and personal electronic devices are prohibited within these areas.

Requirements

Level 3: Must have a High School diploma or equivalent (GED) and 4 years of relevant experience in the Aviation and Aerospace industry and / or additional education.
Level 4: Must have a High School diploma or equivalent (GED) and 6 years of relevant experience in the Aviation and Aerospace industry and / or additional education.
Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated Secret Clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, weekends, and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.
This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 50 pounds, working overhead, and accessing small, confined spaces.
Must be able to pass a physical/respiratory evaluation to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements.
Has served at least 180 days on active duty
Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
Will receive an honorable discharge
Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Nice To Haves

Active DOD Secret Clearance with an investigation date/periodic review within the last 6 years.
Completion of A&P certificate program or Associates degree in an applicable field.

Responsibilities

Must obtain and maintain qualifications/certifications as directed by the supervisor to include but not limited to; aircraft inspections, structures, electrical, low observables, hydraulic couplings, window replacement, engine/tailpipe removal/installation.
Perform a variety of inspections/operations such as Phase, HPOs, remove/install aircraft engines/tailpipe, electrical wiring, coaxial cables and low observables.
Troubleshoots, repairs and services aircraft and engines systems.
Interprets and uses various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.
Troubleshoot and accurately diagnose malfunctions to properly identify and correct problems in minimum time.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.
Measures parts with precision tools such as, micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
Performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.
May perform similar duties in aircraft build, modification, or maintenance role.
Use of appropriate PPE when working on the shop floor.
Troubleshoot and accurately diagnose malfunctions to properly identify and correct problems in minimum time.