SkillBridge - Flight Test Technician 3/4

Northrop Grumman•Palmdale, CA

64d•$66,600 - $131,900•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. This position will be based out of Palmdale, CA. The selected candidate will be assigned as a flight test technician which is a 100% on-site role at Palmdale, CA. A start date, for candidates selected, will be determined after obtaining Special Program Access (SAP). Northrop Grumman is a global security company that offers employees opportunities to work on revolutionary systems. They are committed to helping military personnel transition into civilian careers, with a significant portion of their workforce being veterans. The Northrop Grumman SkillBridge Program is an approved program allowing service members to gain civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service. Participants work on-site, receive on-the-job training for 40 hours per week, and the program aims to provide skills training in a professional setting with the potential for full-time conversion. The program focuses on hands-on experience, professional development, networking, and training in leadership principles, company history, customer engagement, and core job responsibilities. The goal is to offer a rewarding opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of related experience (for Flight Test Tech 3) or 6 years of related experience (for Flight Test 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.
Has served at least 180 days on active duty (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Is within 12 months of separation or retirement (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Will receive an honorable discharge (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months (SkillBridge Eligibility)
Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship. (SkillBridge Eligibility)

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.