Production Test Technician 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time Description 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's Defense Systems in Northridge, CA is currently seeking a Production Test Technician 4 to join our team supporting our AARGM and SiAW programs. This position is on-site only. *
The primary responsibility in this role is the evaluation, set-up and testing of electrical mechanical devices. Testing will be performed in accordance with written procedures. Test data will be generated to support customer requirements. The selected candidate will work in a manufacturing environment where specific, required, production goals will need to be adhered to, and ESD and FOD procedures followed; attention to detail is paramount.
Due to the nature of the work, the selected candidate will be part of a team that works closely together, so ethical and respectful team interaction and communication is of the utmost importance. Even though this position is in a team environment and set up for team success, the selected candidate will be required to work independently with little supervision. Occasional heavy lifting and occasional overtime may be required. This position will require flexibility between 1st or 2nd shift.
Basic Qualifications Test Technician 4:

High school diploma or GED with 6 years experience in electronics testing or related field
Knowledge and familiarity of general test equipment including Power Supplies, Signal Generators, Multi-meters, O-Scopes, RF Instruments, etc.
Ability to balance and lift fixtures up to at least 50 lbs.
Ability to read technical publications and drawings, familiarity with systems within a production environment.
Basic computer literacy: ability to interface with computers.
Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government Secret clearance; US citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications Test Technician 4:

Associate's Degree in Electronics Technology or two years of technical/military training in avionics
Strong Electronic Technician experience
Ability to trouble shoot electronic circuit cards to the component level
Be able to apply electronic and electro-mechanical theory
Computer proficiency in Windows XP and above
Experience with automated test equipment
Active Secret Clearance
Primary Level Salary Range: $70,400.00 - $117,400.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.