Test Technician - 2nd Shift

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Location: Elkridge, MD
Shift: 2nd Shift (3:00 PM – 12:30 AM)
Clearance Required: Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher (must be current at start)
Citizenship: U.S. citizenship required
Relocation Assistance: Not available
Travel: None

About the Role

Join our Life Cycle Sustainment Organization Team as a 2nd Shift Test Technician. In this role, you will conduct technical analysis, installation, calibration, and maintenance of electronic communication equipment, troubleshoot complex systems, and support prototype development and testing.

Responsibilities

• Conduct technical analysis of product implementations, modifications, and enhancements in accordance with customer specifications.
• Install, calibrate, and maintain electronic communication equipment at various customer sites.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems remotely and in a field environment; recommend corrective actions.
• Communicate with internal and external customers, Program Managers, and executives.
• Construct, test, operate, analyze, and modify complex systems.
• Aid in the creation and modification of technical publications and procedures.
• Plan, layout, develop, and construct experimental and prototype devices and test equipment with general or incomplete information.
• Perform tests and measurements on complex devices, assemblies, and systems.
• Perform initial procedural tests on new or changed equipment, make modifications, record and analyze data, and supply reports and test specifications.
• Troubleshoot complete systems and test set-ups to locate and repair defective areas.
• Recommend empirical design changes on components, units, and systems.
• Identify operational problems, difficulties, and deficiencies; suggest operational changes to improve efficiency and performance.
• Demonstrate proper techniques for testing, modifying, and maintaining assigned equipment.
• Develop methods and techniques for effectively monitoring tests at a systems level.
• Determine the effect of engineering changes on the total system and initiate actions to ensure compatibility.
• Provide information, guidance, training, and direction to lower classified personnel and internal/external customers.
• Perform computer and network administration duties on small and medium-scale systems.
• Troubleshoot small network problems and provide training to users on computer and network systems.
• Make design change recommendations to improve producibility and maintainability.
• Provide customer and management with status reports showing percent complete and estimated completion dates.
• Work with Management to quote new and follow-on work using experience and knowledge of assembly processes.
• Work from engineering drawings, sketches, engineering change notes, and verbal information.
• Check work for compliance to drawing specifications and configurations during the assembly process.
• Analyze and evaluate electronic assembly operations to resolve problems and recommend process improvements.
• Work with engineers on design problems and develop units or design changes to improve performance.
• Perform complete mechanical assembly of basic units and assemblies to established procedures.
• Perform fitting, aligning, and adjusting to drawing specifications.
• Install Heli-coils, rivets, swage nuts to panels, etc.
• Layout and drill holes, counter bore, saw, cut out, and similar tasks.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of experience in an electronic or technical field, or an Associate’s Degree with 2 years of experience in an electronic or technical field.
• Experience with computers, test applications, PC maintenance, network requirements, TCP/IP or other protocols, and small computer or network administration.
• Experience working with electronic and computer principles and techniques.
• Experience with networks, network protocols, and computer system administration.
• Experience with wiring, assembling, and testing LRUs (Line Replaceable Units) and SRUs (Shop Replaceable Units).
• Ability to read engineering drawings and schematics.
• Experience troubleshooting down to the component level.
• Experience using a variety of hand tools including crimpers and strippers.
• Experience working with limited resources, documentation, or engineering support.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience working in a variety of environmental conditions, including high/confined spaces, damp/dusty locations, and extreme temperatures.
• Ability to lift, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, balance, walk, and stand for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, move, and use equipment up to 50 lbs.
• Valid Driver’s License with no suspensions or restrictions.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a STEM field.
• Experience with Military electronic/technical environments.
• Experience with SAP and GOLD systems.
• Experience working with the FAA, DoD, or other government agencies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health plan.
• Savings plan (401k).
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and holidays.
• Education Assistance and Training & Development programs.
• 9/80 work schedule (where available).
• Additional benefits including life and disability insurance.

Pay

Primary Level Salary Range: $50,882.00 - $121,755.00. The salary range represents a general guideline; actual offers consider the scope and responsibilities of the position, 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 and company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives.