Ground Support Equipment Mechanic 3

Northrop Grumman; Kansas; On-site; USD 61,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Ground Support Equipment Technician at Edwards AFB, CA. The role performs maintenance, repairs, and diagnostics on aircraft ground support equipment, working with government and contractor teams.

Basic qualifications include a High School Diploma and 4 years’ experience, plus the ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance and Special Program Access. On-site work with 4/10 – 3/10 rotation is required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and 4 years’ experience as a ground support equipment mechanic or equivalent.
• Experience in electrical, fluid dynamics, HVAC, diesel maintenance or cryogenics.
• Must meet physical requirements and be able to lift heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance and Special Program access.

Responsibilities

• Performs scheduled maintenance and in-depth repair on aircraft ground support equipment.
• Reviews maintenance records to ensure equipment is operational in daily use.
• Uses basic hand tools and precision measuring devices.
• Works from blueprints, schematics, drawings and manuals.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses repairs of Ground Support Equipment.
• May instruct lower-level mechanics in technical aspects.
• Adheres to safety measures and strong teamwork.
• Works alongside U.S. Government, military and contractor personnel at Edwards AFB.

Skills

Physical endurance

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

U.S. Citizenship

DoD security clearance

Special Program Access

Shift flexibility

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

ALIS

FMT

IMDS

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.

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Ground Support Equipment Technician 3 to join the team of qualified individuals. Position is located in either at Edwards AFB, CA.

Job responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Performs scheduled maintenance and in-depth repair asrequiredonaircraftground support equipment.
• Reviews maintenance records of periodic maintenance to ensure equipment is fully operational in support of daily equipment requirements.
• Uses an assortment of basic hand tools in addition to precision measuring devices.
• Works from complex written instructions such as formal test specifications, blueprints, drawings, schematics, and manuals.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose simple and complex repairs of Ground Support Equipment.
• May instructlower-levelmechanics in technical aspects of Ground Support Equipment work.
• Exercisesappropriate safetymeasures.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills arerequired.
• Will be working side-by-side with U.S. Government, military, and contractor personnel at Edwards AFB, CA.

Basic Qualifications:

• High SchoolDiplomaand4years’ experience as a ground support equipment mechanicorequivalent.
• Experience in at least one of the following disciplines: electrical, fluid dynamics, HVAC, diesel maintenance, or cryogenics.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the job (prolonged physical exertions, including standing, lifting, pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, kneeling,climbingand working in awkward positions and tight areas). Be physically active forlong periodsand use muscles to lift, push, pull, or carry heavy objects exceeding 50 pounds.
• Must be able to support a 4/10 – 3/10 workingrotation, both first and second shift, to support operations.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Officeprograms.
• Mustpossessa valid state issued driver’s license.
• U.S. Citizenshiprequired.
• Mustbe able to obtainandmaintaina DoD Secret Security Clearance. Final clearancerequiredto start.
• Must be able to obtain andmaintainSpecial Program Access clearance within 365 days from date of submission; this is a condition of employment. Program Accessrequiredtostart.
• Must be detail oriented, teamwork oriented, and have a strong work ethic.
• Must be able to learn and follow established processes, procedures, and requirements.
• Must be willing to work on-site at Edwards AFB, CA.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6+ years’ experience Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) operations, or related fields.
• Proficiencyin interpretingblueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.
• EPA Refrigerant Certification.
• Maintenance database experience (ALIS, FMT, IMDS, etc.)
• Experience in a militaryaircraft,flight line environments; with relevant certifications.
• Forklift operation experience.
• Experience in tool and FOD control processes and procedures.
• HAZMAT experience and/or certifications.
• Forklift experience and/or certifications.

Primary Level Salary Range: $61,100.00 - $101,800.00

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.