Field Technician 4 Secret clearance *

Northrop Grumman; Corinne (UT); On-site; USD 68,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Field Technician 4 to support inspection, maintenance, transport, and on-site assembly of high-value weapons, missile, and ground support equipment. The role requires adherence to strict procedures and security clearances, and involves coordination with government and contractor teams.

Primary responsibilities include preventive and corrective maintenance, inventory control, and on-site equipment turnover.

Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to customer sites and work on varied shifts.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in challenging environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, assemble, disassemble, and maintain weapons systems components per orders and work packages.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and structural systems.
• Maintain precise inventory and update equipment logs and turnover documentation.
• Follow written procedures with strict safety, quality, and technical order adherence.
• Coordinate secure transport and timely delivery of equipment to offsite locations.
• Support site surveys, staging, and local sustainment activities with stakeholders.
• Participate in peer reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Problem-solving

Verbal communication

Written communication

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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 is currently seeking Field Technicians 4

What You’ll Do:

The Field Technician to supports inspection, maintenance, transport, and on-site assembly of high value weapons, missile, and ground support equipment. The role operates under strict procedural controls, high accountability, and coordinated oversight with government and contractor stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Inspect, test, assemble, disassemble, and maintain weapons systems components, launch/missile support equipment, and specialized aerospace ground equipment per technical orders and work packages.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and structural systems; perform mechanical alignments and basic electronic troubleshooting.
• Maintain precise inventory accountability of assets, components, and specialized tools; prepare and update equipment logs and turnover documentation.
• Follow written procedures line by line with zero tolerance adherence to safety, quality, and technical order requirements.
• Support secure transport and timely delivery of presentation and mission equipment to offsite locations; manage vehicle and tool coordination as required.
• Participate in peer procedure reviews, procedure consolidation, and continuous improvement efforts to improve usability and compliance.
• Coordinate with facilities, program managers, and contracting teams to support site surveys, staging, and local sustainment activities.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent 6 years experience
• 6 years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting electronic/mechanical systems or field equipment.
• Mechanical and/or electronic aptitude with prior hands on maintenance experience (civilian equivalents to Air Force 2W2X1 or 2M0XX career fields preferred).
• Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills; ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for customer interaction and reporting.
• Ability to travel frequently and work at customer sites; flexible schedule.
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in varied environmental conditions.
• US DOD Secret Security Clearance to start with ability attain US DOD Top Secret
• Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in varied environmental conditions.

Preferred:

• 8+ years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting electronic/mechanical systems or field equipment.
• Technical certificate or associate degree in electronics, electrical engineering technology, mechanical technology, or related field preferred.
• Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with a clean driving record; ability to operate and drive large equipment/vehicles.
• Training or certification in safety, vehicle operation, or specialized equipment handling.
• Familiarity with remote diagnostic tools, test equipment, and standard maintenance practices.

Primary Level Salary Range: $68,300.00 - $113,900.00

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.

Job Category: Technical Support