F-18 Electrical Avionics Technician 3

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Company holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an F/A-18 Aircraft Electrician to support O-level electrical systems on the aircraft. This role includes maintenance of electrical components, wiring, and lighting, plus reading schematics and using specialized tools.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, 4+ years with F/A-18G or similar, and an active Interim Secret clearance with eligibility for full Secret clearance. Travel up to 10% may be required. Northrop Grumman offers competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years’ experience with F/A-18G or relevant.
• Must possess and maintain an active Interim Secret clearance with ability to obtain full Secret clearance.
• Experience with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals and repairs.
• Familiarity with fiber optic knowledge and English communication skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules and document actions clearly.

Responsibilities

• O-level maintenance of electrical systems on F/A-18 aircraft.
• Read wiring schematics, process specifications, and technical manuals.
• Use torque wrenches and common tools; operate specialist tools like multimeters and test sets.
• Replace and test aircraft components and assemblies; maintain power and lighting systems.
• Troubleshoot electrical and navigation systems; provide technical advice and training as needed.

Skills

F/A-18G experience

Electrical systems

Wiring schematics reading

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Multimeters

M1 meters

Torque wrench

Crimpers

Soldering tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.

Responsibilities

The F/A-18 Aircraft Electrician will be responsible for Organizational Level (“O” level) support of the aircraft’s Electrical systems. To include:

• Understanding pre / post flight activities and inspections
• Performing maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, engines, components, and systems in accordance all applicable directives.
• Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc.
• Able to setup and use a torque wrench and use common hand tools such as: wrenches, safety wire pliers, etc.
• Able to operate specialty tools such as crimpers, multimeters, M1 meters, Air data test sets, pin extractors.
• Able to remove, replace, and function check aircraft components and assemblies
• Knowledgeable in wire repair, splicing, soldering and wire bundling.
• Able to disassemble, pin and de-pin connectors.
• Maintain electrical and instrument systems, including power generation, conversion, and distribution.
• Inspect and maintain aircraft batteries and electrical components.
• Maintain interior and exterior lighting on the aircraft.
• Handle electrical control of aircraft systems, including hydraulics, landing gear, utilities, and power plant engines
• Supervision of automatic flight control and stabilization systems.
• Detailing aircraft compass systems, altitude reference systems, and inertial navigational systems

The successful candidate will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all Aircraft electrical and navigation systems aboard the aircraft and will be tasked to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems encountered. You may also be called upon to also provide technical advice, training, and troubleshooting assistance to “O” Level technicians. You should be familiar with IETM’s and Wire Illuminator, as well as the NAMP 4790 and applicable NAVAIR technical publications. As required, you may be required to generate written reports for management in support of any contractual obligations.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years experience with F/A-18G or relevant
• Must posses and maintain an active Interim Secret clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs, and the ability to maintain a full adjudicated Government Secret Clearance.
• Must have familiarity with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs.
• Must have Fiber Optic knowledge
• Must have comprehensive written and verbal English communication skills.
• Must have the ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate customer maintenance requirements.
• Must be able to clearly document maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, parts requests, etc.
• Must be able to perform assigned duties while wearing required safety equipment.
• Will be required to comply with all rules and regulations concerning health and safety, tool control, FOD control, and all training and certification requirements.
• This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 35 pounds, working overhead, and accessing small, confined spaces

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong preference to candidates who have supported U.S. Navy F-18 squadrons on deployment.
• US Marine Corps Airwing US Navy Air Squadron #ASMT

Primary Level Salary Range: $57,500.00 - $95,900.00

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 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.

Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.