Engineering Technician Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman•San Diego, CA

11d•$56,000 - $111,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Aeronautics Systems sector is currently looking for an Engineering Technician 2 or 3 to work in our Rancho Bernardo (near San Diego, CA) location. This role supports Radar Cross Section (RCS) and Radio Frequency (RF) testing of test articles and antennas. The technician will be expected to mount and dismount test articles on a test support pylon and work in a man lift at a height of 65 feet. Responsibilities include troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and/or fabricating test equipment (production and prototype), and assisting in the verification, development, and documentation of test procedures and special applications by interpreting product specifications. This role may be filled as an Engineering Technician 2 or Engineering Technician 3 based on qualifications and will work multiple shifts.

Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent
2 years of experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry, or related military service (for ET 2)
4 years of experience in the aerospace or manufacturing industry, or related military service (for ET 3)
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government Secret Security Clearance and Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable amount of time deemed by business needs
Ability to use standard tools and shop equipment
Experience in Microsoft Office

Nice To Haves

Crane operations, rigging and lifting
Forklift operation
Cable handling
Model weight and balance checks
Active Special Access Program (SAP)
Experience with network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power supplies and power meters
Experience with Specialized Antenna/RCS data processing software (KNOWBELL, Pioneer, Spectrum 959)
Basic troubleshooting skills
Positive individual who is willing to expand current skill set through schooling and training
Strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to work with others at all levels of the organization
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to multitask and prioritize
Ability to work independently
Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced, diverse environment
Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence
High energy, results oriented, self-motivated / self-reliant, team player

Responsibilities

Support Radar Cross Section (RCS) and Radio Frequency (RF) testing of test articles and antennas
Mount and dismount test articles on a test support pylon
Work in man lift at height of 65 feet
Troubleshoot, maintain, repair and/or fabricate test equipment (production and prototype)
Assist in the verification, development and documentation of test procedures and special applications by interpreting product specifications
Work multiple shifts