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Northrop Grumman Electronic Technician 3 - Space Systems in Gilbert, Arizona
Requisition ID: R10166308
Category: Technical Support
Location: Gilbert, Arizona, United States of America
Clearance Type: None
Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
Shift: Any (United States of America)
Travel Required: Yes, 25% of the Time
Positions Available: 3
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.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Under close supervision, performs routine technical functions related to the support of development engineering activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, and assembly of electronics and Electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models or specialized test equipment.
Applications may include analog, digital and/or video type circuits and logic systems. Guidance is readily available from superiors. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform routine testing, checkout, troubleshooting, prototype building, environmental testing, and simple developmental engineering tasks.
Performs routine operational tests and fault isolation on development systems and equipment to ensure conformance with design specifications.
Diagnoses and isolates malfunctions down to component level.
Conducts defined engineering tests and collects data as assigned.
Utilizes routine development or diagnostic equipment including oscilloscope, VOM, DVM, signal generators and similar test apparatus.
Normally assigned in area such as development, engineering, test equipment design, or the like.
Successful Employees hired into this position are expected to grow and perform in the following categories:
Knowledge - Full knowledge of the job. Complete acquaintance with and understanding of the general and detailed aspects of the job, and their practical applications to problems and situations ordinarily encountered.
Consistently demonstrates a high level of workmanship on work products.
Considerable knowledge of assigned program and basic understanding of test flow for all products in I&T.
Beginner understanding of engineering test activities, including hardware, software, and common tools.
Advanced understanding of Clean room operations, and the handling flight and non-flight hardware.
Frequent user of MES, Assetsmart, TipQA, Visio, Excel to modify documentation.
Supervision - Limited supervision. No verbal corrections needed on routine work, and general instructions given on new lines of work or special assignments. May assist in orienting, training, assigning and checking the work of lower-level employees.
Typical Tasks and Duties - Duties & tasks are varied and moderately complex. Resolves most questions and problems and refers complex questions to higher levels.
Lead test configuration set up activities, review procedures and verify team members are aware of common mistake areas
Setup, troubleshoot, and repair advanced test equipment to include EGSE racks and desktop test equipment
Assists engineering in the development of cable drawings and test configuration design.
Ability to coordinate execution of other department requirements prior to proceeding in test
Extensive knowledge of testing events and ability to verify completion of not only the event but also the paperwork associated with the event.
Advanced understanding of Test Operator responsibilities for both Maestro and AstroRT environments. Ability to navigate scripts safely during testing events
Shift Work - This position requires the flexibility to work alternate shifts (2nd shift and 3rd shift) and potentially weekend shifts depending on test event schedules. Advanced notice of shift change will be provided when the needs arise. Shift differential pay and overtime is available in these situations.
Travel - This position could require up to 25% travel domestically.
Basic Qualifications:
Highschool Diploma with Electronics training equivalent to 4 years technical trade school/work history or 6 years military technical experience
Electronic skills (AC/DC/resistance measurements)
Aerospace equipment experience
Harness Build/Soldering experience
Experienced in Calibration and Preventative Maintenance of Electronic Equipment
Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top Secret clearance.
Preferred Qualifications:
Aerospace/Satellite Integration and Test experience
8 years of Electronics Technician experience either in civilian work force or military positions
Able to demonstrate ability troubleshoot and repair support equipment
Familiar with voltage circuitry
Ability to generate and support disposition of discrepancy documentation
Ability to adhere to EGSE processes, procedures and protocols
Microsoft Office Suite knowledge (Word and Excel)
Ability to work in a versatile environment, performing parallel tasks and duties
Ability to analyze, interpret, and apply information
Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds
Good Mechanical aptitude for cross functional assignments
Good written and verbal communication skills
DoD TS/SCI Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs
Salary Range: $33 - $38
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
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