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Northrop Grumman

Flight Test Tech 3

Palmdale, CA

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The Specialty Test Team is looking for a Mid-Level, Electro/Mechanical Technician with Structural Test experience, good communication skills and a team centric approach. The selected candidate shall possess the skills and experience that will enable him to assist Engineers in the development, modification, assembly and check-out of Test Stands used in the Structures Laboratory. Individual must have experience or at minimum familiarity with the hardware and methodology used in closed loop hydraulic load controls, test set-ups and data acquisition hardware as well as related sensors, i.e., LVDT, Strain Gages, string Posts Load cells Torque Transducers, Optical and Audio sensors.

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The selected individual must be capable of working as an individual contributor as well as part of a team. Individual will follow the instructions of Senior Technicians or Engineers, and must be able to read and interpret technical documents such as Drawings, Schematics, sketches, Procedures, Technical Orders etc.
Duties as follows:
• Assist in the development, fabrication and assembly of mechanical and electromechanical components, sub-assemblies, systems and full scale test stands.
• Devise, fabricate, and assemble new or modified mechanical components or assemblies.
• Participate in the development and documentation of sub-system and system test methodology.
• Under Senior Technician or Engineering direction, execute to test plans
• Maintain compliance with Operational as well as Environmental Health and Safety directives.
• Recommend modifications to components or test set-up or procedure to meet desired Test Objective.
• Plan, organize and execute at task level.
• Participate in talent transfer efforts
This position requires multiple shift operations and overtime work. Individual must be able to meet and maintain the specific process certifications to support daily task assignments.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
• High School Diploma or equivalent plus 4 years of related experience
• Experience in structural and or flight test environment.
• Familiarity with Mechanical Engineering, Assembly and Test Operations department (standard) operating procedures/policies
• DoD Secret clearance in scope within the last 5 yrs. and capable of obtaining and maintaining special program access
• Must be able to work from EWPs at elevated heights and for extended period of time.
• Must be able to lift 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:
• AS Degree/2 year technical degree or Airframe and Power plant (A&P) license with 4 yrs. Structural Testing experience, set-up thru test execution.
• Hydraulic system, set up and checkout.
• DoD Top Secret clearance in scope with program access.

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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Job ID: NorthropGrumman-21011041
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Four-Day Work Week
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Woman founded/led

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