PBACM Test-Mechanical Technician - 19724

Northrop Grumman; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 54,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a PBACM Test - Mechanical Technician in Huntsville, AL to support projectile/ missile system testing. You will operate and maintain vibration test labs, design testing methods, and assist with equipment upgrades and calibration activities.

The role requires a DoD Secret clearance, hands-on test lab experience, and ability to work on elevated platforms. Expect collaborative work with a diverse team and dynamic facility environments.

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• 4 years related test lab experience including maintenance of test equipment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools.
• Experience installing/calibrating accelerometers and running vibration tests.
• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work on elevated platforms.

Responsibilities

• Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment.
• Maintain and troubleshoot vibration test equipment to ensure safe operation.
• Plan daily test operations and coordinate labor/ROM estimates.
• Program and run vibration test computers; install, calibrate, and remove accelerometers.
• Support lab upgrades and maintain lab operating procedures.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Mechanical aptitude

Electrical aptitude

Plan daily test operations

Test lab maintenance

Vibration test software

Education

High School diploma or equivalent + 4 years related experience

AA or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

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.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a PBACM Test - Mechanical Technician to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals to support the development, integration and testing of PBACM hardware. Perform regular maintenance and troubleshooting of vibration test equipment to ensure safe and reliable operation. Support early integration/checkout activities for the PBACM vibration lab. This position will be located in Huntsville, AL and will support the Sentinel Program.

Final grade level offered will be based on suitable applicant experience.

Job Description: PBACM Test - Mechanical Test Conductor/Maintenance Technician to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals to support the development, integration and testing of a missile system. To help operate and support our the Huntsville Integration and Test Facility, and to support the qualification and acceptance testing of the PBACM element during its dynamic testing.

• Designs, develops, and implements testing methods and equipment.
• Technical knowledge of design, construction, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of dynamics test labs / equipment used for vibration, acoustic, shock, modal, and tap testing. Includes:
• UD Electrodynamics shakers
• UD solid-state amplifiers
• Hydraulic bearing systems: High Pressure Pumps, hoses, etc…
• Support Dynamics Test Facility upgrades / reconfigurations / repairs for systems including (but not limited to):
• Electrical and cooling lines for shakers
• Internal components / modules / heat exchangers
• Hydraulic Team bearings and power supplies
• Pneumatic bearings and facility infrastructure
• Program and maintain a maintenance schedule for all test equipment
• Support calibration and proof load activities for test equipment, as needed
• Able to plan and arrange cost estimates / ROMs for purchasing hardware including manpower hours related to facility hardware repairs / upgrades / installations.
• Recommend hardware options and defined modifications to the facility. Compiles data and defines changes required in testing equipment, testing procedures, processes, or new testing requirements.
• Request quotes from vendors for new hardware
• Able to update lab operating procedures
• Must have trouble shooting skills
• Able to plan daily test / task operations
• Program and run vibration test computers
• Install, calibrate, and remove accelerometers

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman, 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

Basic Qualifications:

• Level 3: High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Level 2: High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Must have an Active U.S. Government DoW Secret security clearance at time of application, current and within scope, with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business need
• 4 years of related test lab experience, to include maintaining test equipment, supporting lab upgrades, programming and running vibration test computers, installing, calibrating and removing accelerometers
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, etc…)
• Mechanical and electrical aptitude and electronics fundamentals
• Experience using basic tools (torque wrenches, drills, etc…)
• Ability to work on elevated platforms and lift equipment up to 30lbs
• Experience using common test and measurement equipment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Interim DoD Secret clearance
• AA or equivalent experience
• 5-10 or more years of experience working in a dynamics test or facility maintenance environment
• Familiarity with vibe and shock testing methodologies
• Knowledge and/or experience working in aerospace
• Ability to take direction and follow company procedures and processes
• Self-starter with ability to work with limited supervision

Primary Level Salary Range: $53,500.00 - $89,100.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $63,500.00 - $105,900.00

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.