Sentinel RVA CLS Field Technician 3 - 17815

Northrop Grumman•Minot, ND

3d•$60,500 - $100,900•Onsite

About The Position

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history. Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking RVA CLS Field Technician 3. This position will be located in Minot, ND. The Field Technician, Field Technician 3 at the Minuteman III Wing location in Minot, ND is responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing system equipment for the Missile Field Battlespace Awareness Remote Visual Assessment system. This role works closely with Network Operation Center/ Security Operation Center (NOC/SOC) technicians, program management, and U.S. Government counterparts to ensure key performance parameters and mission requirements are met. This work requires dispatch year-round to the remote missile field and working at heights of 50 feet in a Bucket Truck, as well as climbing and maintaining equipment on radio towers. The ideal candidate will provide strong networking experience, participating in day-to-day and surge operations for a small team, and will act as the network field technician responsible for troubleshooting equipment used within the network. Occasional travel will be required. This position will follows a 5/40 schedule Monday through Friday (shift 1).

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of relevant experience.
Operate Microsoft Windows based operating systems
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
Comply with safety and security policies/procedures while on-site or in Laboratory
Follow technical guidance outlined in program maintenance manual
Ability to obtain tower climbing certification
Ability to lift heavy equipment(up to 40 lbs) and work in varied environmental conditions.
Safely operate all vehicles and equipment.
Valid current driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

CompTIA Network + certification.
Experience with Linux, Juniper and Cisco interfaces.
Current/active DOD Secret Clearance.
Experience with Minuteman III systems or other USAF weapons systems.
ICBM Maintenance or Security experience.
Prior or current certification for tower climbing.
Prior or current certification operating bucket trucks at heights up to 50 feet.
Active Class B Commercial Driver’s License.
Fiber optic repair and troubleshooting.
Soldering certification.

Responsibilities

Identifying, inspecting, maintaining and repairing system equipment to ensure proper operations.
Assisting with the installation of new systems, diagnosing technical problems, replacing malfunction components, upgrading systems for efficiency and running equipment tests.
Support performance tracking, maintain accurate documentation and support reporting requirements.
Inspecting, maintaining and repairing system equipment.
Strict adherence with Environmental, Health & Safety standards.
Monitor/replenish bench stock, supplies and critical equipment.
Obtain certification to operate special purpose vehicles up to Class B, requiring a Commercial Driver’s License
Maintain Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certification.
Follow directions to conduct on-site testing activities to verify functionality.
Maintain qualification for tower climb certification.