Engineering Technician - Level 2

Northrop Grumman; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is hiring an Engineering Tech Support - Level 2 for 100% on-site work in Dulles, VA. The role involves wiring, assembly, troubleshooting, and test of spacecraft components with strict quality controls and ISO/ESD compliance.

The position requires a high school diploma with 2 years related experience, ability to obtain a DoD Top-Secret clearance, and willingness to work 2nd/3rd shifts with up to 25% travel domestically, under a 9/80 schedule with every other Friday off.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 2 years related experience.
• Ability to obtain DoD Top-Secret clearance.
• Basic knowledge of electronics and electrical measurements.
• Understanding of clean room operations and spacecraft handling.
• Able to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work 2nd/3rd shifts and overtime as needed.
• Willingness to travel up to 25% domestically.

Responsibilities

• Interpret detailed work instructions, electrical schematics, wire lists and engineering docs.
• Assemble electromechanical and space hardware components and wire harnesses.
• Support integration of spaceflight electrical hardware with attention to quality.
• Adhere to ISO processes, cleanroom, ESD controls and safety protocols.
• Interact with engineers and leads to communicate status and resolve issues.
• Maintain flexibility to support off-shift work and travel.

Skills

Electrical troubleshooting

Reading schematics

Electrical measurements

Cleanroom operations

Team collaboration

Lifting 50 pounds

Education

High School diploma or equivalent + 2 years related experience

Tools

Multimeters

Megohmmeters

LCR meters

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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's Space Sector is seeking an Engineering Tech Support - Level 2 to join our team in Dulles, VA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

The Engineering Tech Support will provide technical support for Integration and Test (I&T) of spacecraft components, performing tasks such as integration of electrical wire harnesses, cables, and electronic components, performing electrical bonding and continuity testing, as well as using mechanical fasteners and hand tools. The role involves reading and interpreting work instructions, electrical schematics, and engineering drawings, and executing work with a focus on accuracy, completeness, and hardware quality while strictly following company procedures. The successful candidate will deliver timely status updates and flag technical issues to shop leads and Work Center management, ensuring any potential impacts to quality or schedule are addressed promptly. This position requires strong attention to detail, effective communication, adherence to rigorous quality and safety protocols, and the ability to operate as a strong team-oriented individual who is driven to achieve product quality and customer satisfaction.

This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off.

In this job, you will:

• Interpret detailed work instructions, electrical schematics, wire lists, and complex engineering documentation.
• Assemble electromechanical, electronic components, and spacecraft wire harness assemblies.
• Support the integration of critical spaceflight electrical hardware with a high level of attention to detail, safety, and quality.
• Adhere 100% to established ISO processes, cleanroom protocols, Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) controls, hazardous material handling requirements, and operational procedures.
• Demonstrate general technical knowledge in electrical/mechanical assemblies, use of common hand tools, as well as electrical measuring devices (multimeters, megohmmeters, LCR meters).
• Interact daily with work center management, engineers, and mechanical/electrical leads to communicate work status and resolve technical issues.
• Work effectively within a diverse team, accept constructive feedback from Safety and Quality personnel.
• Exhibit strong organizational skills, adaptability, precision, and a proactive mindset with a commitment to mission success.
• Maintain flexibility to support off-shift work, weekends, overtime, and up to 25% domestic travel for launch campaign support.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD Top-Secret security clearance
• Basic knowledge of electronics and electrical measurements (AC/DC voltage, current, resistance, grounding).
• Knowledge of mechanical troubleshooting techniques.
• Understanding of clean room operations and spacecraft handling protocols.
• Ability to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks such as standing, bending, squatting, leaning, working with tool tethers.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

• NASA-STD-8739.4 (crimping, cabling, and harnessing) or IPC/WHMA-A-620 with Space Addendum.
• NASA-STD-8739.3 or IPC-J-STD-001 (soldering) certifications.
• Flight hardware integration and spacecraft processing experience.
• Certifications in flight epoxy bonding.
• Aerospace/Satellite Integration & electrical harness installations.

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