SkillBridge Flight Test Tech 3/4

Northrop Grumman; Patuxent Highland (MD); On-site; USD 66,600 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance coverage

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Flight Test Technician (MQ‑4 Triton) located at Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD. This role involves hands-on maintenance and testing of aircraft systems in compliance with specified standards.

Ideal candidates should meet qualifications including an Active DoD Secret clearance, technical skills in electrical and mechanical systems, and experience in flight testing. Opportunities exist to gain civilian work experience through participation in the SkillBridge Program.

Qualifications

• Must have 4 years of flight test technician or relevant technician experience.
• An Active DoD Secret clearance is required.
• Must be able to perform physical tasks including lifting, bending, and kneeling.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repair, modification, installation, and testing tasks.
• Instruct and coordinate duties for Flight Test personnel.
• Conduct tests and repairs on aircraft systems and components.

Skills

Electrical / Electronic

Mechanical

Instrumentation

Flight Test Technician Experience

Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Basic troubleshooting skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree related to technician experience

Tools

Blueprints

Engineering orders

Repair manuals

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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.

SkillBridge Program Description

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel navigate their next chapter into civilian careers. Approximately 20% of Northrop Grumman’s 100,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 2,000 are reservists.

The Northrop Grumman SkillBridge Program is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The program is an opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The SkillBridge Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active‑duty service members.

Responsibilities For SkillBridge Program Participation Are

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals – Provide separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands‑on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full‑time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high‑speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives – Service Members who complete the SkillBridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands‑on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome – Offer service‑members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

SkillBridge Eligibility

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O‑4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Flight Test Technician (MQ‑4 Triton) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located aboard Naval Air Station Patuxent River, MD.

Job Description

In this role you will be Performing developmental, experimental and production aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, installation, and testing tasks in a field of specialization; electrical / electronic, mechanical or instrumentation. The selected candidate will work from blueprints, engineering orders, schematics, repair manuals and other technical documents pertaining to MQ‑4 Triton aircraft. This role will require up to 35% CONUS/OCONUS travel.

Responsibilities

• Performs developmental, experimental and production aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, installation, and testing tasks in a field of specialization; electrical / electronic, mechanical or instrumentation.
• Instructs, coordinates and performs the duties / functions of Flight Test personnel in area(s) of assignment.
• Determines the sequence for installing, removing, maintaining, repairing or fabricating critical aircraft components, or electrical / electronic, mechanical or instrumentation systems.
• Performs testing, rework and repair in various fields of specialization.
• Applies shop theory and skills in accomplishing assigned tasks working from incomplete engineering, electronic data, blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, technical orders and written and verbal instructions.
• Works from blueprints, engineering orders, schematics, repair manuals and other technical documents on aircraft electrical / electronic, mechanical, plumbing, and hydraulics, power plant, structures or instrumentation systems.
• Performs drilling, reaming, fitting, assembly, trimming, riveting, splicing, insulating and other associated duties as assigned.
• Performs electrical, mechanical or instrumentation maintenance, repair and testing in support of specific flight test projects.
• Constructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, and maintains various types of complex aircraft equipment, components, devices or systems.
• Performs modifications and adjustments as necessary.
• Notifies lead personnel or supervision of any / all malfunctions, defects and damages of equipment, material and product.
• Checks work for completeness and accuracy.
• Performs Production Accountability duties associated with the processing, verification, quality auditing and inspection of assemblies, parts and tooling for which the individual has been delegated production accountability.
• May be required to work in other fields incidental to, and in connection with completion of assignment.
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. May travel for training or other job‑related activities.
• Other duties assigned may include assisting with ground support equipment, facilities or aircraft ground operations, or other hangar ground operations support roles.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have a high school degree or equivalent, and 4 years of flight test technician, field technician, or relevant related technician experience; or an associate's degree and 2 years of related flight test technician, field technician, or relevant related technician experience.
• An Active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Top Secret clearance.
• Must have the ability to perform moderately to strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, and lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Must have the ability to work in an outside environment at various times of year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Triton/Global Hawk experience (BETTIE Qualified).
• Triton/Global Hawk Production/Modification/Operational experience.
• Avionics/Electrical background.
• Airframes/Structures/Composites experience.

Before Applying

IMPORTANT – Please SkillBridge Prescreen by Joining the Military / Veteran Talent Network

Primary Level Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $111,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,100.00 - $131,900.00

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.