Senior Ground Support Equipment Mechanic – Secret Clearance

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

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on aircraft ground support equipment at Edwards AFB, CA. You will review maintenance records and follow complex instructions to keep equipment operational in daily support.

The role requires a high school diploma with 6 years of GSE experience, ability to lift heavy objects, and a valid driver's license. U.S. citizenship and DoD security clearances are mandatory.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required for the role.
• 6 years of experience as a ground support equipment mechanic or equivalent.
• Ability to perform physical requirements (lifting >50 lbs, standing, bending, etc.).
• Must be able to complete MDR Medical.
• Must support a 4/10 – 3/10 rotating shift schedule.
• Valid state driver’s license required.
• U.S. Citizenship required.
• Must obtain DoD Secret Clearance and Special Program Access within specified time.
• Detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
• Forklift operation experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled maintenance and in-depth repair on aircraft ground support equipment.
• Review maintenance records to ensure equipment is operational.
• Follow complex written instructions, blueprints, schematics and manuals.
• Possibly instruct lower-level mechanics in technical aspects of GSE work.
• Maintain safety and work in collaboration with military and contractor personnel at Edwards AFB, CA.

Skills

Ground support equipment

Safety-minded

Teamwork

Communication

Physical endurance

Microsoft Office

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Ground Support Equipment Mechanic to perform scheduled maintenance and repairs on aircraft ground support equipment at Edwards AFB, CA. You will review maintenance records and follow complex instructions to keep equipment operational in daily support.

The role requires a high school diploma with 6 years of GSE experience, ability to lift heavy objects, and a valid driver's license. U.S. citizenship and DoD security clearances are mandatory.