Electronics Technician 2 (2nd Shift)

Northrop Grumman; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

9/80 work schedule (every other Friday

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

On-site facilities

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Buffalo, NY is seeking an Electronics Test Technician to test and troubleshoot RF products, interpret schematics, and calibrate test equipment under a microscope to ensure quality.

Work involves analyzing equipment characteristics, recording data, and collaborating with engineers. The role offers a 9/80 schedule, competitive benefits, and potential travel up to 10% in support of defense electronics programs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with 2+ years of electronics experience or an associate degree in electronics.
• Hands-on with drawings, wire lists, source control drawings, or test procedures.
• Experience testing and troubleshooting electronic assemblies; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Test and troubleshoot RF products including RF microelectronics, RF amplifiers, switches, mixers.
• Test digital circuit cards and analyze operating characteristics to isolate malfunctions.
• Diagnose non-conformances using schematics and test procedures.
• Perform RF tuning under a microscope and calibrate test equipment.
• Record data and ensure validity in data collection systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to write or modify test procedures.
• Follow safety and cleanliness guidelines in work area.

Skills

Electronics testing

Schematic interpretation

Microscope handling

Documentation & data entry

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree in electronics

Tools

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Network analyzers

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.

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 GED with a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience, or an Associate’s degree in an electronics field of study.
• Hands-on use/experience with drawings, wire lists, source control drawings, or test procedures.
• Experience in the testing and troubleshooting of electronic assemblies.
• U.S. citizenship

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience performing testing of RF components and preparing test reports.
• Experience in working with test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, and network analyzers.
• Experience interfacing with engineering teams.
• Experience with soldering and electronics assembly processes.
• Experience testing microelectronic components and performing tuning under a microscope.
• Working knowledge of defense electronics, with a preference to EW systems.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience working in a performance based and metrics driven culture.

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: $50,900.00 - $84,900.00

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 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.