Electronics Technician 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: 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 Mission Systems sector is seeking an Electronics Technician 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The qualified applicant will become part of Northrop Grumman's Amherst Systems in Buffalo, New York ; an organization focused on development and production of state-of-the-art Simulation Systems solutions and focused assembly cells supporting other Northrop Grumman operations and products.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Enjoy a 9/80 Schedule - Every other Friday off

• Work in a Clean, Modern Facility - Bright, tidy, and organized

• Full Benefits - Health insurance, 401(k) match, paid time off (including end of year shutdown), and more

• Company Culture - Join our Employee Networks and participate in regular on-site and off-site employee events

• Defining Possible - Our products are on the cutting edge of electronic warfare technology and play an important role in protecting our brave service members

What You Will Get To Do:

• Tests and troubleshoots RF products including RF drawers, discrete RF components and microelectronic parts in accordance with technical specifications and engineering instructions.

• Tests and troubleshoots digital circuit cards in accordance with specifications and engineering instructions.

• Analyzes equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in products and integrated test systems

• Diagnoses malfunctions using schematics, wiring diagrams, source control drawings and other test procedures and equipment.

• Removes, replaces and/or repairs system issues as required.

• Performs RF tuning on microelectronics, which requires working under a microscope for much of the workday.

• Modifies avionics systems according to technical publications or engineering drawings

• Performs equipment maintenance or calibration on test equipment as required.

• Performs assembly processes as needed to maintain workflow.

• Records and ensures validity of entries into data collection and test systems.

• Interprets and recommends corrective action to test findings.

• Executes proper documentation of actions performed in applicable forms.

• Write or modify test procedures.

• Performs a variety of tasks ranging from repetitive to non-repetitive production assembly operations on electronic and/or mechanical assemblies and subassemblies.

• Ability to learn tasks under microscope on very small assemblies with outstanding manual dexterity and precision.

• Assists other functional team members with any associated tasks.

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Basic Qualifications :

• 4 years of relevant experience; or an associate's degree in an electronic field of study plus 2 years of relevant experience; or 2 years of U.S. military electronic schooling plus 2 years of relevant experience may be considered

• Experience testing and troubleshooting RF and digital equipment.

• Experience working with test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers.

• Manual dexterity with the ability to handle and assemble small parts

• U.S. citizenship

Preferred Qualifications :

• Hands-on use of the drawings, wire lists, source control drawings, or test procedures.

• Experience working with microelectronics and performing tuning under a microscope.

• Experience working with engineering teams.

• Experience with soldering and electronic assembly processes.

• Working knowledge of defense electronics, with a preference to Electronic Warfare systems.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

• Experience working in a performance based and metrics driven culture.

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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: $60,500.00 - $100,900.00

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.

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.

Job Category: Technical Support