Electronic Technician 3

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; Chester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

0090 CORP-Corporate Office is seeking a Junior Electronic Technician in Chester. This entry-level role offers full onsite training, allowing candidates without previous experience to develop skills in supporting various engineering activities. Responsibilities include performing technical functions on electronic systems and participating in operational tests. The company provides flexibility with work options and a range of benefits, contributing to the mission to enhance national security. Ideal candidates will have basic electronics training and a strong desire to learn.

Benefits

Private Health Care

Flexible Working Options

Career Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full onsite training provided.
• Basic Electronics training or qualifications are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine technical functions for development engineering activities.
• Conduct operational tests and fault isolation on development systems.

Skills

Basic Electronics Knowledge

Desire to Learn

Problem Solving

Education

Electronics Training or Qualifications

Job description

UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: UK-Security Check (SC)TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

Define Possible at Northrop Grumman UK

At Northrop Grumman UK, our mission is to solve the most complex challenges by shaping the technology and solutions of tomorrow. We call it Defining Possible.

This mind-set goes beyond our customer solutions; it’s the foundation for your career development and the impact we have within the community. So, what’s your possible?

Opportunity:

This is more than just a job; it’s a mission.

As a Junior Electronic Technician, Reporting to the Support Operations Senior Manager, You’ll have the chance to work under close supervision, on a variety of routine technical functions related to the support of development engineering activities such as design, test, checkout, fabrication, modification, and assembly of electronics and Electro-mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models or specialized test equipment.

You will receive full onsite training, so no previous experience is required, just a keen desire to learn and get involved in a variety of tasks.

If you are looking for a career with meaning where you can make a difference to the nation’s security and support critical missions, then look no further.

Role responsibilities can include but are not exclusive of:

• Performing routine technical functions related to the support of development engineering activities.
• Applications may include analog, digital and/or video type circuits and logic systems. Guidance is readily available from superiors.
• Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions.
• simple developmental engineering tasks.
• Performs routine operational tests and fault isolation on development systems and equipment to ensure conformance with design specifications.
• Diagnoses and isolates malfunctions down to component level.
• Conducts defined engineering tests and collects data as assigned.
• Normally assigned in area such as development, engineering, test equipment design, etc

Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to work on our Chester Site full time.

We are looking for:

This is an Entry Level role, you will receive full onsite training, so no previous experience is required, just a keen desire to learn and get involved in a variety of tasks. Although basic Electronics training or qualifications would be advantages

Security clearance:

Due to the nature of our work, you must be a British National for this clearance type.

You must be able to gain and maintain the relevant UK Government security clearance of in line with the job role (SC). Our requirement team is on hand to answer any questions and we will guide you through the process: [e-mail] .

Benefits:

We can offer you a range of flexible working options to suit you, including optional compressed working schedule with every other Friday off. Our benefits including private health care, cash health plan, holiday buy and sell, career development opportunities and performance bonuses. For a comprehensive list of benefits, speak to our recruitment team.

Why join us?

• A mission to believe in – Every day we contribute to building a more secure and connected world, expanding our reach from land, sea, and air to space and cyberspace. From engineering data and intelligence solutions, to developing maritime navigation and control systems and innovating command and control systems for the UK and NATO, what we do together matters.
• A place to belong and thrive – Every voice matters at our table meaning you can bring your authentic self to work. From our Employee Resource Groups backed by thousands of employees to our partnerships with the Association For Black and Minority Ethnic Engineers, Forces Transition Group, Mind, and Women in Defence – we are passionate about growing and supporting our inclusive community where everyone can belong.
• Your career, your way - Shape your career journey with diverse roles, mentorship, and development opportunities that fuel your curiosity, channel your expertise, and nurture your passion. Looking for flexibility? Balance your professional career with your personal life through our health and wellbeing benefits, discount schemes, and investment in your future development. Speak to our team to find the balance that’s right for you.

Ready to apply?

Yes– Submit your application online. Your application will be reviewed by our team and we will be in touch.

Possibly, I’d like to find out moreabout this role – Reach out to our team for more information and support: [e-mail] .

No, I don’t think this role is right for me – Our extensive UK growth means we have exciting, new opportunities opening all the time. Speak to our team to discuss your career goals.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.

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About Us

We are a pioneering company.

With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.