RVA CLS Field Technician 3 - 17822*

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking RVA CLS Field Technician 3 - 17824* for the Minuteman III Wing location in Great Falls, MT. The role involves inspecting, maintaining and repairing field equipment, with travel up to 10% and shifts on a 5/40 schedule.

Ideal candidates will have a High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of related experience, US citizenship, ability to obtain a Secret clearance, and the capacity to climb towers and operate vehicles safely.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 4 years related experience.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret Security Clearance.
• Ability to climb ladders, poles, and towers.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and work in varied environmental conditions.
• Valid driver's license and safe operating practices.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing system equipment.
• Assisting with installation of program upgrades.
• Support performance tracking and maintain documentation.
• Adhere to Environmental, Health & Safety standards.
• Monitor/replenish bench stock, supplies and equipment.
• Obtain certification to operate special vehicles up to Class B with CDL.
• Maintain CPR and first-aid certification.

Skills

Tower climbing

Driver's license

Safety compliance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No 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 RVA CLS Field Technician 3 - 17824*.

What You’ll Get To Do:

Maintenance Technician, Field Technician 3 at the Minuteman III Wing location in Great Falls, MT is responsible for inspecting, maintaining and repairing system equipment for the Missile Field Battlespace Awareness Remote Visual Assessment system. Applicants must have the ability to maintain certifications for tower climbing, operation of large special purpose vehicles and understand basic industrial job safety and security protocols. This work requires dispatch year-round to the remote missile field and working at heights of 50 feet in a Bucket Truck, as well as climbing and maintaining equipment on radio towers. The ideal candidate is motivated to achieve higher technical skills as they gain experience in the position. Occasional travel will be required. This position will follows a 5/40 schedule Monday through Friday (shift 1).

Key responsibilities include:

• Inspecting, maintaining and repairing system equipment.
• Assisting with the installation of program upgrades.
• Support performance tracking and maintain accurate documentation.
• Strict adherence with Environmental, Health & Safety standards.
• Monitor/replenish bench stock, supplies and critical equipment.
• Obtain certification to operate special purpose vehicles up to Class B, requiring a Commercial Driver’s License
• Maintain Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and first aid certification.
• Follow directions to conduct on-site testing activities to verify functionality.
• Maintain qualification for tower climb certification.
• Operation and inspection of calibrated tools.

Position Benefits:

• 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:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business need.
• Comply with safety and security policies/procedures while on-site or in Laboratory
• Follow technical guidance outlined in program maintenance manual
• Ability to climb ladders, poles, towers.
Ability to lift heavy equipment(up to 40 lbs) and work in varied environmental conditions.
• Safely operate all vehicles and equipment.
• Valid current driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current/active DOD Secret Clearance.
• Experience with Minuteman III systems or other USAF weapons systems.
• ICBM Maintenance or Security experience.
• Prior or current certification for tower climbing.
• Prior or current certification operating bucket trucks at heights up to 50 feet.
• Active Class B Commercial Drivers License.
• Fiber optic repair and troubleshooting.
• Soldering certification.
• Cat 5 cabling/termination and repair.
• Experience with line-of-sight communications networks.
• Knowledge of network systems and IP based audio/video systems.
• Use of special purpose meters and hand tools.

Primary Level Salary Range: $54,500.00 - $90,800.00

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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. 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.