Flight Test Technician 2/3

About the role

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
• CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
• CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
• TRAVEL: Yes, 25% of the Time

About the role

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Flight Test Technician 2/3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This role is located in Emerado, North Dakota.

Please note: A start date, for candidates selected, will be determined after program funding is secured.

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 on aircraft electrical / electronic, mechanical, plumbing, and hydraulics, power plant, structures, or instrumentation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• 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.
• Required ability to be certified for a half & full face respirator.
• May be required to perform other related duties as assigned. May travel for training or other job-related activities.
• Other duties as assigned may include assisting with ground support equipment, facilities or aircraft ground operations, or other hangar ground operations support roles.
• Adhere to all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety guidelines and regulations
• Work and communicate over ambient noise
• Work in a variety of work spaces/positions. Work spaces may include but are not limited to small, enclosed spaces, awkward, and elevated spaces. Positions may include bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, ascending/descending ladders, and/or working overhead.

Additional information

We offer multiple 4/10 shift options, phenomenal learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.

This role will be filled at either a Flight Test Technician 2 or 3 based on the relevant experience required for each role

Basic Qualifications Level 2

• Must have a High School degree or equivalent, and 2 years of relevant experience as a flight test technician, field technician, or relevant related technician experience
• Must be able to obtain and maintain an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• 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.
• The ability to pass Medical/Respiratory Exam
• Must be able to travel approximately 10% of the time.

Basic Qualifications Level 3

• Must have a High School degree or equivalent, and 4 years of relevant experience as a flight test technician, field technician, or relevant related technician experience Or Relevant Associate's degree and 2 years of related flight test technician, field technician, or relevant related technician experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting aircraft ground operations, maintenance and/or modifications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience with Aircraft structures and electrical components/wiring
• AA degree or other two-year technical degree or Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
• Prior RQ-4 or MQ-4 experience
• Prior aircraft maintenance military experience

What We Offer

• At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country.
• Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career.
• We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers.
• We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare and a great 401K matching program!

• #MPR
• #BLUE

Primary Level Salary Range

$48,400.00 - $80,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range

$57,500.00 - $95,900.00

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.