RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance 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.

Engineering Technician 3

In the Defense Systems sector, you’ll join our experts in developing systems that keep our world safe. We are looking for an Engineering Technician 3 that demonstrates the following critical skills:

• Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks.
• Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes.
• Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics).
• Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data.
• Uses computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports.
• May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.

The successful candidate will be a self-starter, a team player, and work both independently and as part of a large multi-disciplined team. Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as interpersonal skills in order to coordinate with a variety of disciplines are also essential. This position requires the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt quickly to frequently changing requirements.

This position requires on-site work in Rocket Center, WV

Basic Qualifications for Engineering Technician 3:

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or related experience in defense industry
• US Citizenship required
• Ability to obtain a Do

D Secret Security Clearance:

• Minimum of 4 years of direct relevant experience in the field of electronic assembly or testing
• Ability to operate independently with minimal supervision
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills in managing time, projects and resources in a laboratory environment
• Knowledge of mechanical, manufacturing, and development processes
• Ability to interpret 2D drawings
• Ability to troubleshoot components and systems
• Ability to efficiently utilize Microsoft Office applications

Preferred Qualifications for Engineering Technician 3:

• A minimum of 5 years of direct relevant experience in the assembly and test of electro-mechanical devices
• Active Do

D Secret Security clearance:

• Experience working in defense industry or high reliability product lane preferred
• Cable and harness assembly and test experience
• Understanding of basic schematics related to wiring of special test equipment
• Knowledge of basic mechanical systems and tools
• Experience working on unusually complex technical projects in a laboratory environment
• Work history demonstrating fine motor skills
• Willingness to work overtime when required; ~10%

Primary 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.

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.