Electronics Technician 1

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 Schedule

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid Time Off

End of year shutdown

Employee Networks

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Amherst Systems Buffalo, NY seeks an Electronics Technician to support development and production of simulation systems. You will test RF products, digital cards, and analyze malfunctions under a microscope, contributing to safe, high-quality electronics assemblies.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or electronics knowledge, ability to read procedures, and teamwork. Candidates with soldering and test equipment experience are preferred; US citizenship is required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or Electronics knowledge gained through schooling, the military or work experience.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow procedures and drawings.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Hands-on use of drawings, wire lists, source control drawings, or test procedures is preferred.
• Experience with test equipment and micr oelectronics tuning under a microscope is desirable.
• Strong communication skills and collaboration with engineers and teammates.

Responsibilities

• Test and troubleshoot RF products including RF microelectronic parts, amplifiers, switches, and mixers.
• Test and troubleshoot digital circuit cards and analyze operating characteristics.
• Diagnose non-conformances using schematics and test procedures.
• Perform RF tuning on microelectronics under a microscope with precision.
• Record production data and maintain test documentation and travelers.

Skills

US citizenship

Teamwork

Reading drawings

Electronics knowledge

Microscope work

Communication

Tools

Test equipment

Soldering tools

Job description

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 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:

• Test and troubleshoot RF products including RF Microelectronic, RF amplifiers, switches, mixers, etc.
• Test and troubleshoot digital circuit cards.
• Analyze equipment operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions in products and integrated test systems.
• Diagnose non-conformances using schematics, wiring diagrams, source control drawings and other test procedures and equipment.
• Perform RF tuning on microelectronics, which requires working under a microscope for much of workday.
• Perform maintenance or calibration on test equipment.
• Record and ensure validity of entries into data collection and test systems.
• Interpret and recommend corrective action to test findings.
• Execute proper documentation of actions performed in applicable forms.
• Perform 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.
• Record production data accurately in travelers, shop floor systems, and quality records.
• Collaborate with engineers and supervisors to assist in the writing or modification of test procedures.
• Follow all safety, ESD, FOD, and cleanliness guidelines to maintain a safe and compliant work area.
• Successfully complete in-house workmanship criteria training classes for continued employment.

**Please note that this opportunity is contingent on material delivery/availability and offers flexible start date options.**

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent Electronics knowledge gained through schooling, the military or work experience
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow procedures and drawings
• Ability to work in a team environment
• US 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 in working with test equipment.
• 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.
• Basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

#MPR 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.

• Health Plan
• Savings Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $42,800.00 - $71,500.00 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, visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO.

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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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.