Flight Test Technician 3/4-Active Clearance Required

Northrop Grumman•Edwards AFB, CA

14d•$66,600 - $111,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Flight Test Technician 3/Flight Test Technician 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals under our Flight Test Organization (FTO) in the Test and Evaluation Team. This position will be based out of Edwards AFB, CA. The selected candidate will be assigned as a flight test technician which is a 100% on-site role at Edwards AFB, CA. A start date, for candidates selected, will be determined after obtaining Special Program Access (SAP). We offer multiple shift options, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do. This role will be filled at either a Flight Test Technician 3 or 4 based on the relevant experience required for each role.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of related experience (for Tech 3) or 6 years of related experience (for Tech 4).
Related experience in one of more of the following but not limited to aircraft electrical systems, structures, composites, aircraft systems, and flightline operations.
Must have an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher clearance, with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation.
The ability to obtain Special Programs Access (SAP) prior to the commencement of employment, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business need.
Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 30 pounds, and working overhead.
Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environments.
Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation in order to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

Nice To Haves

Active In-Scope Program Access.
Developmental or Production test experience
Mix of back shop and flightline maintenance experience
Familiarity with Configuration Management and/or Mission Assurance concepts
Must be able to lead and train lower-level employees
Familiarity with Maintenance Data Collection systems (MES, FMT, CAMS, etc.)
Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions to fabricate and assemble necessary fixtures and/or components.

Responsibilities

Test, 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.
Other responsibilities may include the application of materials, appliqués, coatings, decals, primer, and paint.
Read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions to fabricate and assemble necessary fixtures and/or components.
Execute testing in accordance with direction provided by senior technician/engineering staff
Conducting tests and reporting data in the prescribed format, using predetermined methods, sequences, and setups to inspect or test specific equipment or products.
Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends as required
Adhere to all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety guidelines and regulations
Work and communicate over ambient noise
Work in a variety of work spaces/positions. Work spaces may include but are not limited to small, enclosed spaces, awkward, and elevated spaces. Positions may include bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, ascending/descending ladders, and/or working overhead.