(Skillbridge) Production Test Technician - Level 1 or Level 2

Northrop Grumman•Dulles, VA

6d•$43,400 - $85,600•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Military Internship Program (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 1322.29. NG-MIP 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’s Space Sector is seeking a Production Test Technician – Level 1 or Level 2 to join our team in Dulles, VA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. This position will be performing day-to-day work in Component Test Lab (CTL) work center. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Test campaigns may require 12-hour shift work.

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 SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience. (For Level 1)
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Security Clearance (For Level 1 & 2)
Ability to lift 30lbs (For Level 1 & 2)
Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook), Teams chat. (For Level 1 & 2)
Should be able to print out Test procedures though Windchill or similar systems as needed with basic training provided. (For Level 1 & 2)
High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience. (For Level 2)
Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends as required.

Nice To Haves

Active security clearance with investigation closeout within the last 3 years
Developmental or Operational test experience
Mix of back shop and flightline maintenance experience
Experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes
Technician in an industry preferably in test area but can be accepted in electronics, mechanics or assembly experience in lieu of test

Responsibilities

Operate electronic ground support equipment (EGSE) Test racks by mating/demate cables for Avionics & box level testing, performs checkout pre- and post-use inspections, data gathering and other requirements as necessary.
Sets up test apparatus and conducts tests for circuit card assemblies (CCA’s) & Avionics boxes by following methods, procedures, standards, and sequences.
Lays out and assembles units for production equipment according to designs and specifications. Adjusts and calibrate systems as needed.
Uses hand and small power tools, and various measuring and testing devices in performing job duties. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures
Test, troubleshooting, removal, installation, modification, and maintenance of Avionics Boxes & circuit card Assemblies with collaboration & support from Test Engineering group.
Must be able to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions to fabricate and assemble necessary fixtures and/or components.
Conducting tests and reporting data in the prescribed format, using predetermined methods, sequences, and setups to inspect or test specific equipment or products.
Other duties as assigned