Test Technician

Test Technician

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 Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

We are looking for you to join our Life Cycle Sustainment Organization Team as a Test Technician based out of 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 technical problems remotely and in a field environment and makes recommendations for corrective action
• 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
• Perform tests and measurements on complex devices, assemblies, and systems
• Perform initial procedural tests on new and/or changed equipment, make modifications as required, record and analyze data, and supply reports and test specifications
• Troubleshoot complete, complex systems and/or complete test set-ups to locate and repair defective areas
• Recommend empirical design changes on components, units, and systems
• Accurately identify operational problems, difficulties and deficiencies and suggest operational changes to improve timeliness, efficiency, and performance
• Demonstrate proper techniques for testing, modifying, and maintaining assigned equipment
• Develop methods and techniques for effectively monitoring various tests on a systems level
• Determine what effect engineering changes will have on the total system and initiate action necessary to ensure compatibility.
• Provide information, guidance, training and direction to lower classified personnel, and internal/ external customers.
• Perform computer and network administration duties on small and medium scale computer systems.
• Troubleshoot small network problems and provide training and instruction to users or computer and network systems
• Make design change recommendations to improve producibility and maintainability.
• Provide customer and management with status reports showing percent complete and estimated completion dates
• Work with Management in quoting new and follow-on work using experience and knowledge of assembly processes
• 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
• Analyze and evaluate electronic assembly operations utilizing knowledge and experience to resolve problems
• Make recommendations to program and management personnel for process improvements
• Work with engineers on design problems in developing units and in making design changes which will improve performance of unit
• Perform complete mechanical assembly of various basic units and assemblies to established procedures
• Perform necessary fitting, aligning, and adjusting to drawing specifications
• Install Heli-coils, rivets, swage nuts to panels, etc. Layout and drill holes, counter bore, saw, cut out and the like

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of experience working in an electronic or technical field or an Associate's Degree with 2 years of experience working in an electronic or technical field
• Experienced with computers, test applications, PC maintenance network requirements, TCP/IP or other protocols, and small computer or network administration
• Experience working with electronic and computer principles and techniques
• Experience with networks, network protocols, and computer system administration
• Experience with wiring, assembling and testing LRUs and SRUs
• Experience reading engineering drawings and schematics
• Experienced troubleshooting down to the component level
• Experience using a variety of hand tools including crimpers and strippers
• Experience working with limited resources, documentation, or engineering support
• Experience working with computers and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
• Experience working in a variety of environmental conditions including high and/or confined spaces, damp dusty locations, freezing or hot conditions
• Experience lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, balancing, walking, and standing
• Ability to lift, carry, move, and use equipment up to 50lbs
• Must possess a valid Driver's License with no suspensions or restrictions
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance
• U.S. citizenship is required

Preferred Qualifications

• A Current/Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher
• Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field
• Experienced with Military electronic/technical environments
• 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.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $50,882.00 - $121,755.00The 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 U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.