Ground Support Equipment Mechanic 3

Northrop Grumman•Edwards AFB, CA

12d•$61,100 - $101,800•Onsite

About The Position

Performs scheduled maintenance and in-depth repairs on aircraft ground support equipment. Reviews periodic maintenance records to ensure equipment is fully operational for daily requirements. Uses basic hand tools and precision measuring devices, and works from complex written instructions, including test specifications, blueprints, drawings, schematics, and manuals. May instruct lower-level mechanics in technical aspects of ground support equipment work and exercises appropriate safety measures. Strong teamwork and communication skills are required. The mechanic works side-by-side with U.S. Government, military, and contractor personnel at Edwards AFB, California. The position requires on-site work and travel 10% of the time. It is contingent on program funding, and the start date will be determined after funding confirmation. A final Secret clearance and Program Access are required to start; the candidate must obtain and maintain Program Access within 365 days from submission.

Requirements

High school diploma and 6 years of experience as a ground support equipment mechanic or equivalent.
Ability to perform prolonged physical exertions, including standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in awkward positions and tight areas.
Ability to remain physically active for long periods and lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects exceeding 50 pounds.
Must be able to complete MDR Medical.
Must be able to support a 4/10–3/10 working rotation on both first and second shifts.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs.
Valid state-issued driver’s license.
U.S. citizenship.
Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance; final clearance is required to start.
Ability to obtain and maintain Special Program Access clearance within 365 days from submission; Program Access is required to start.
Detail-oriented, teamwork-oriented, and strong work ethic.
Ability to learn and follow established processes, procedures, and requirements.
Forklift operation experience.
Willingness to work on-site at Edwards AFB, California.

Nice To Haves

6 or more years of experience in Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) operations or related fields.
Proficiency interpreting blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.
EPA Refrigerant Certification.
Experience with maintenance databases such as ALIS, FMT, or IMDS.
Experience in military aircraft or flight-line environments, with relevant certifications.
Experience with tool and FOD control processes and procedures.
HAZMAT experience and/or certifications.
Forklift experience and/or certifications.

Responsibilities

Perform scheduled maintenance and in-depth repairs on aircraft ground support equipment.
Review periodic maintenance records to ensure equipment is fully operational for daily equipment requirements.
Use basic hand tools and precision measuring devices.
Work from formal test specifications, blueprints, drawings, schematics, manuals, and other complex written instructions.
May instruct lower-level mechanics in technical aspects of ground support equipment work.
Exercise appropriate safety measures.
Work alongside U.S. Government, military, and contractor personnel at Edwards AFB.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage
Life insurance
Disability insurance
Savings plan
Company-paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Potential overtime
Shift differential
Potential discretionary bonus
Potential long-term incentives for employees in Vice President or Director positions