Aircraft Mechanic 3- Whiteman AFB MO

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Missouri; On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job description

Requisition ID: R10169571

• Category: Flight Operations

• Location: Whiteman AFB, Missouri, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: Any (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Positions Available: 1

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.

Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Defense Systems Lifecycle Sustainment & Modernization Solutions Operating Unit wants YOU to join our Team as an Aircraft Mechanic 3 and join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. You will be assigned as an Aircraft Mechanic supporting the B-2 Moderation/Sustainment Team at Whiteman AFB, Mo.

Your duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Perform a variety of operations such as remove/install aircraft engines, electrical wiring, coaxial cables, and low observables.

• Interprets and uses various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.

• Troubleshoot and accurately diagnose malfunctions to properly identify and correct problems in minimum time.

• Interpret blueprints into fabrications of structural assemblies to include precision drilling, countersinking, and the use of calibrated tools.

• Measure parts with precision tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.

• Perform maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly, or adjustment of various aircraft systems in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.

• May perform similar duties in aircraft build, modification, or maintenance role.

• Use of appropriate PPE when working on the shop floor.

Basic Requirements:

• Must have a High School degree or Diploma and 4 years additional education and/or related experience in manufacturing/production.

• Able to meet the physical demands of this position, including: regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach.

• Must be willing to work either first or second shift, overtime, holidays, and weekends.

• The ability to pass Special Medical/Respiratory Exam.

• This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance as well as Program Special access within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DOD Secret Clearance with an investigation date/periodic review within the last 6 years.

• Completion of A&P certificate program or associate's degree in an applicable field.

• Previous composite, manufacturing, or production experience.

Salary Range: $51,500 - $85,900

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.