Electronic Technician 3 OR 4 - R10223298

Northrop Grumman; Melbourne (FL); On-site; USD 57,500 - 95,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Company paid holidays

Job summary

A leading aerospace company in Melbourne, FL, seeks an Electronic Technician to conduct maintenance on Airborne Laser Mine Detection System Pods. Candidates must hold a High School diploma and have experience in electronics, with the ability to work within hazardous environments and handle weights up to 50lbs. The role involves performing inspections, troubleshooting, and maintaining necessary documentation. Salary ranges from $57,500 to $95,900 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• Ability to frequently move objects weighing 50lbs and work with hazardous materials.
• Able to work in areas that could cause phobias due to height or closed spaces.
• Experience with visual inspections, functional tests, and component replacements.

Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections and functional tests on ALMDS Pods.
• Conduct troubleshooting and repair activities to ensure pods are operational.
• Maintain documentation in the Maintenance Execution System.

Skills

Electronics troubleshooting

Mechanical skills

Hazardous materials handling

Documentation proficiency

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Additional education or experience in mechanical/electrical capacity (4-6 years)

Tools

Manufacturing Execution System (MES)

Job description

Overview

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Electronic Technician - Level 3 OR 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Lab Test organization. This position is located in Melbourne, FL.

In this role you'll serve as a qualified depot level maintenance support technician for the Airborne Laser Mine Detection System (ALMDS) Pod Subsystems. You will execute both scheduled (preventive) and unscheduled (corrective) maintenance on a fleet of 24 ALMDS Pods in accordance with Government specifications, Technical Manuals, and applicable safety, hazardous materials, and quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform visual inspections, functional tests, and component replacements on ALMDS Pods.
• Conduct troubleshooting, repair, and verification activities to return pods to an “Operational Ready” (OK) status.
• Maintain all required documentation in the Maintenance Execution System (MES) and ensure compliance with paint, HAZMAT, HAZWASTE, and nitrogen handling certifications.
• Perform splicing, crimping, and shielding repairs on harnesses per MIL STD wire 001; verify continuity and insulation integrity.
• Communicate findings, repair options, and estimated labor/resources to the ALMDS Depot Lead; recommend corrective actions or engineering change requests (ECR).

Basic Qualifications

This requisition may be filled at an Electronic Technician - Level 3 OR Electronic Technician - Level 4 level based on the qualifications below.

Electronic Technician - Level 3

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience in mechanical and/or electrical capacity
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain the appropriate medical clearance(s), as defined per the customer's contracting requirements for the duration of your employment.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable time as determined by the business.
• Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing 50lbs and work with hazardous-materials, in accordance with safety regulations.
• Able to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or close spaces
• Experience using Manufacturing Execution System (MES) (e.g., Entering maintenance data, applying electronic stamps/approvals, etc.).

Electronic Technician - Level 4

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience in mechanical and/or electrical capacity
• Must be willing to obtain and maintain the appropriate medical clearance(s), as defined per the customer's contracting requirements for the duration of your employment.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Clearance and Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable time as determined by the business.
• Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing 50lbs and work with hazardous-materials, in accordance with safety regulations.
• Able to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or close spaces
• Experience using Manufacturing Execution System (MES) (e.g., Entering maintenance data, applying electronic stamps/approvals, etc.).

Preferred Qualifications

• Authorized to place the required “MES Stamp” on maintenance records.
• Ability to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekend
• Depot level electronic, pneumatic, or laser system maintenance experience on aircraft mounted subsystems.
• Current, active U.S. Military Specification (MIL SPEC) paint certification (e.g., MIL PRF 23377, NAVAIR 00 55 900)
• Active DoD Secret Clearance and Program access(es)

Primary Level Salary Range: $57,500.00 - $95,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $68,300.00 - $113,900.00

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.