Engineering Technician (Level 2/3)

Northrop Grumman; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

EAP & Work/Life Solutions

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is seeking a skilled technician to contribute to development, fabrication and assembly of mechanical and electromechanical components. You will set up Data Acquisition Systems, interpret drawings, and help calibrate transducers to record deliverable data in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers opportunities to mentor others, work across multiple test programs, and participate in a comprehensive benefits package, including education assistance and health

Qualifications

• Level 2/3 requires HS diploma or GED with 2–4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in structural/flight test or an integration/R&D environment.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development, fabrication and assembly of mechanical and electromechanical components, sub-assemblies, systems and test stands.
• Set up and operate Data Acquisition Systems, execute to test plans.
• Participate in talent cross training efforts and mentorship assignments.
• Ability to interpret Engineering drawings and fabricate/troubleshoot cable assemblies/harnesses with minimal to no oversight.
• Experience integrating and calibrating transducers with data acquisition system to record deliverable data.

Skills

Data Acquisition

Instrumentation

Test Operations

Mechanical Assembly

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Strain Gauge Installations

Fiber Optic Strain Sensors

Load Cells & Transducers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret

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. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Space Systems is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible possible.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To The Following

• Contribute to the development, fabrication and assembly of mechanical and electromechanical components, sub-assemblies, systems and test stands.
• Setup and operate Data Acquisition Systems, execute to test plans.
• Participate in talent cross training efforts and mentorship assignments.
• Ability to interpret Engineering drawings and fabricate/troubleshoot cable assemblies/harnesses with minimal to no oversight.
• Experience integrating and calibrating transducers (strain gages, load cells, LVDTs, inclinometers, etc.) with data acquisition system to record deliverable data.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications

• Level 2: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required and minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience.
• Level 3: High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required and minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience.
• Experience in structural / flight test or an integration / R&D environment.
• Familiarity with Mechanical Engineering, Assembly and Test Operations department (standard) operating procedures/policies
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret security clearance and SCI within a timely manner.
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 30 lb.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of testing experience including planning, set-up, and test execution.
• Hydraulic and Pneumatic system, set up and checkout experience.
• Experience with strain gage installations and inter-bridge wiring configurations
• Experience with Fiber Optic Strain sensor fabrication, installation, and system operation
• Proficiency with general instrumentation, data acquisition, and load control set up and operation
• Ability to assess anomalies and develop resolutions in conjunction with Engineering.
• Ability to adhere to necessary processes, procedures, and protocols.
• Ability to perform manual labor including but not limited to lifting and moving heavy test equipment, trench covers, often heavy cables and harnessing
• Desire to learn and assume multi-disciplined technician roles such as instrumentation, mechanical setup, dynamic testing, environmental/thermal testing
• DoD Top Secret Clearance and SCI

Primary Level Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $93,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $111,000.00

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, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.