Electronics Test Technician

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Annapolis (MD); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job description

Requisition ID: R10166987

• Category: Non-CJCS

• Location: Annapolis, Maryland, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (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. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage, and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work.

The Test Operations Department at Northrop Grumman Oceanic Systems is seeking a dependable Test Technician to support our Undersea Systems business portfolio at the Annapolis, MD campus.

The Test Operations Department provides high-quality electrical, acoustical, electro-optical, and electro-mechanical data to support design, development, and manufacturing of game-changing maritime technologies, including submarine SONAR sensors, mine hunting systems, and autonomous uncrewed undersea systems.

The Test Technician will perform environmental tests and measurements of electronic, acoustic, electro-mechanical, hydraulic, and/or pneumatic assemblies and components using a combination of standard COTS and custom test equipment. This position requires operation and maintenance of electro-mechanical lab equipment and facilities, as well as consistent compliance with test specifications.

The Test Technician will also:

• Work from test specifications obtained from higher classified personnel and/or obtain necessary specifications from engineering as required.

• Set up and operate environmental test equipment and facilities.

• Interpret resulting data as to its reliability and validity.

• Submit written and/or oral test reports, receive work assignments, instructions, and guidance.

• Perform construction and wiring of test fixtures and test chassis working from drawings, schematics, and/or oral instructions.

• Troubleshoot for defects in assemblies and systems.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED and 4 years of relevant experience OR associate’s degree in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and 2 years of relevant experience.

• Experience testing and troubleshooting electronics systems.

• Hands-on knowledge of common test equipment set up and operation (power supplies, digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, waveform generators, spectrum analyzers, etc.)

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance (US Citizenship required).

• Must be able to work overtime and alternate shifts as required.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with environmental test practices (Vibration, Thermal, Hydrostatic).

• Experience with SONAR operation and testing and a basic understanding of underwater sound principles.

• Familiarity with automated test software products such as NI LabVIEW & TestStand.

• Hydraulic and mechanical skills and experience.

• Experience with U.S. Navy-related electronic and mechanical systems.

• Current Secret or Top Secret Clearance, and ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance.

• Experience planning and performing a wide variety of electrical tasks including calibration/metrology and/or assembly.

• Qualification and experience with common industry standard practices, such as FOD, ESD, Electrical Safety, and basic solder is preferred.

Salary Range: $47,730 - $114,211

Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. 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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.