Electronics Test Technician for 2nd shift

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP); Maryland; On-site; USD 52,094 - 125,390; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Paid time off (PTO)

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP) is seeking a Test Technician for its Sykesville, Maryland team. This role involves monitoring tests, collecting data, and troubleshooting electrical systems. Candidates should possess an active DoD Secret Clearance and a High School Diploma along with 6+ years of relevant experience.

The position offers a robust salary range of $52,094.00 to $125,390.00, aiming to recognize individual contributions. Northrop Grumman values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret Security Clearance with an investigation date under 5 years.
• 6+ years of relevant experience in fabrication and testing.
• Must possess knowledge of electronics principles.

Responsibilities

• Monitor tests and measure electrical performance on complex systems.
• Set up, calibrate, and operate complex equipment.
• Verify and validate product configurations and test setups.
• Collect and analyze electrical performance data.
• Troubleshoot systems to repair defective areas.
• Assist engineers in design and operational development.
• Develop and test complex components and systems.

Skills

Electronics principles

RF test experience

Test development experience

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Electrical test equipment

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking a Test Technician to join our Sykesville, Maryland team. In the Mission Systems sector, you’ll join our experts in developing systems and solutions that keep our world safe.

Responsibilities

• Determining the methods and techniques for effectively monitoring various tests and measuring electrical performance on complex systems
• Selection, set up, calibration and operation of complex and special equipment and facilities over a broad spectrum of technologies.
• Verification and validation of product and paperwork configuration, test processes and test equipment/setup configuration and calibration
• Measuring, collecting and recording of electrical performance data including analysis and evaluation of the data, experimental models, resultant data, etc. that verifies the reliability and validity of the desired function, preparing accurate and complete test reports of all recorded data
• Programming and verification of devices
• Troubleshooting of systems, devices, processes and/or test set‑ups to locate and repair defective areas
• Assisting engineers in creating designs and/or developing circuits, processes and operations that assure proper function of product and test equipment per design specifications by working from general block diagrams, rough outlines of basic circuits, oral instructions, schematics, etc; making necessary calculations to obtain or compare data as required.
• Developing, constructing and testing highly complex components, assemblies, devices, circuits and systems; developing and constructing experimental and prototype devices, models and systems working from very general information; performing repairs and calibrations as necessary
• Performing initial procedural tests on new and/or changed equipment; making modifications/calibrations as required to achieve desired results
• Must be capable of adapting to changing assignments and requirements.
• Development of processes, test specifications and revision notices
• Performing integration of software and hardware through debugging, writing code and modifying systems; performing maintenance and integration of peripherals and networks

These positions will be filled for 2nd shift.

Basic Qualifications for the Electronics Technician

• Must have a current active DoD Secret Security Clearance (minimum) with an investigation date of less than 5 years to be considered
• High School Diploma/GED with an additional 6 or more years of relevant experience with fabrication and test of complex components, assemblies, devices, circuits and systems
• Must have experience with electronics principles.

Preferred Qualifications for the Electronics Technician

• RF test experience and/or antenna test/range experience
• Test development experience in a nearfield antenna range
• Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment

Primary Level Salary Range: $52,094.00 – $125,390.00

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.

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.

Job Category: Non NGJF