Production Test Technician 4

Northrop Grumman; Charlottesville (VA); Vor Ort; USD 63.000 - 105.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health plan

Savings plan

Paid time off

Zusammenfassung

Northrop Grumman in Charlottesville, Virginia is seeking a Test Technician 4 to support production and manufacturing operations at our Central Virginia facilities.

The candidate will apply electronics principles to fabricate, test, troubleshoot, and verify components, assemblies and systems; perform acceptance tests, calibrations, data collection and reporting; and assist engineers in developing test methods and procedures.

Qualifikationen

• High School Diploma/GED with 6+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Experience applying electronics principles to fabrication, test and troubleshooting of complex components and systems.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance and program clearance.
• U.S. Citizenship required.

Aufgaben

• Apply electronics principles in fabrication, test, and troubleshooting of components, assemblies, devices, circuits and systems.
• Perform acceptance test procedures to verify equipment function and collect data.
• Calibrate, set up and operate complex equipment and facilities across technologies.
• Verify and document product and test processes and configurations; prepare complete test reports.
• Program and verify devices; troubleshoot systems and test setups to locate defects.
• Support engineers by developing test procedures and revisions based on diagrams and schematics.

Kenntnisse

Electronics principles

Secret clearance

US Citizenship

Test equipment experience

Ausbildung

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

RF test equipment

Jobbeschreibung

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.

We are looking for you to join our team as a Test Technician 4 to support production and manufacturing operations at our Central Virginia manufacturing facilities.

A current clearance is NOT required to apply to and interview for this job.

What You'll Get to Do:

The candidate must be able to apply electronics principles in the fabrication, test, and troubleshooting of complete components, assemblies, devices, circuits, and systems. The Test Technician 4 will perform acceptance test procedures that verify equipment function. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Determine the methods and techniques for effectively monitoring various tests and measuring electrical performance on complex systems
• Selection, set up, calibration and operation of complex and special equipment and facilities over a broad spectrum of technologies
• Verification and validation of product and paperwork configuration, test processes and test equipment/setup configuration and calibration
• Measuring, collecting and recording of electrical performance data including analysis and evaluation of the data, experimental models, resultant data, etc. that verifies the reliability and validity of the desired function; preparing accurate and complete test reports of all recorded data; making necessary calculations to obtain or compare data as required
• Programming and verification of devices
• Troubleshooting of systems, devices, processes and/or test set-ups to locate and repair defective areas
• Assisting engineers in development of processes, test specifications and revision notices by working from general block diagrams, rough outlines of basic circuits, oral instructions, schematics, etc.
• Conduct tests of highly complex production components, assemblies, devices, circuits and systems following methods, procedures, standards, and sequences
• Performing initial procedural tests on new and/or changed equipment; making modifications/calibrations as required to achieve desired results
• Use hand and small power tools, and various measuring and testing devices in performing job duties
• Performing integration of software and hardware through debugging; performing maintenance and integration of peripherals and networks
• May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures
• Must be capable of adapting to changing assignments and requirements

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Chosen candidates will be placed on 1st or 2nd shift. There is a shift differential (higher pay) for 2nd shift.

This position is contingent on program award.

This job requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance plus program clearance. A current clearance is NOT required to apply to and interview for this job. If you do accept an offer for this position we will start the clearance process immediately, and your start date will be confirmed once you are granted a Secret clearance.

Basic Qualifications for the Electronics Technician:

• High School Diploma/GED with an additional 6 or more years of relevant experience with fabrication and test of complex components, assemblies, devices, circuits and systems.
• Must have experience with electronics principles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance and program clearance.
• Secret clearance is required to start.
• U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications for the Electronics Technician:

• RF test experience and/or antenna test/range experience.
• Test development experience in a nearfield antenna range.
• Experience with electrical and/or RF test equipment.
• A current active Secret Security Clearance (minimum) with an investigation date of less than 5 years.

What We Can Offer You:

Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.

Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!

Primary Level Salary Range: $62,700.00 - $104,500.00

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: Mission and Quality Assurance