Test Technician

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: No 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.At the heart of Defining Possible is our commitment to missions. In rapidly changing global security environments, Northrop Grumman brings informed insights and software-secure technology to enable strategic planning. We're looking for innovators who can help us keep building on our wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies that fuel those missions. By joining in our shared mission, we'll support yours of expanding your personal network and developing skills, whether you are new to the field, or an industry thought leader. At Northrop Grumman, you'll have the resources, support, and team to do some of the best work of your career.
We are looking for You to join our team as a Test Technician based out of our Troy Hill site located in Elkridge, MD.
What You'll Get to Do:

Conducts technical analysis of product implementations, modifications, and enhancements in accordance with customer specifications

Install, calibrate, and maintain electronic communication equipment at various customer sites

Troubleshoots and resolves complex systems and/or complete test set-ups to locate and repair defective areas on-site

Communicates with internal and external customers, Program Managers, and executives

Construct, test, operate, analyze, and modify complex systems

Aids in the creation and modification of technical publications and procedures

Plan, layout, develop and construct experimental and prototype devices and test equipment working with very general incomplete information or verbal instructions

Perform initial procedural tests on new and/or changed equipment, make modifications as required, record and analyze data, and supply reports and test specifications

Work, test, and troubleshoot on high voltage systems up to 100K volts

Accurately identify operational problems, difficulties, and deficiencies

Provide management with status showing percent complete and estimated completion dates

Work from various forms of documentation such as engineering drawings, sketches, and engineering change notes, and frequently from verbal information

Check work for compliance to drawing specifications and configurations periodically during the assembly process

Perform complete mechanical assembly of various basic units and assemblies to established procedures

Support maintaining the test equipment by repairing or making interfaces to test units for repair, this can include soldering

Basic Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalent with 2 years of electronic/technical experience, or military experience in a related field

Experience in electrical systems testing, repair and maintenance

Experience with Testing and troubleshooting RF systems and/or Radar systems

Experience working with electronic and computer principles and techniques

Experience with wiring, assembling and testing LRUs and SRUs

Experience reading engineering drawings and schematics

Experience troubleshooting down to the component level

Experience with repairing or modifying test equipment to test the incoming repairs

Experience performing basic soldering

Experience and ability to physically perform essential functions including lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, balancing, walking, and standing

Experience and ability to lift, carry, move, and use equipment up to 50lbs

Experience using a variety of hand tools including crimpers and strippers

Experience with Microsoft Office applications

Must possess a valid Driver's License with no suspensions or restrictions

The ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance is required

U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications:

Associate's Degree or higher in a STEM field

Active U.S. Government DOD Secret Clearance

Experience with SAP and GOLD

Experience working with the FAA, DoD or other government agency

What We Can Offer You:*
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.