RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
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.
At Northrop Grumman, we 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.
Northrop Grumman is looking for an Electrical Avionics Technician (USN “AE / AT” rating) with experience on the F-18 aircraft. This effort will support a service life modification program San Antonio, TX where the F-18 Electrical Avionics Technician will be responsible for Organizational and Depot Level support of the aircraft’s Electrical systems. To include:
Responsibilities:
- Understanding pre / post flight activities and inspections
- Performing maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, engines, components, and systems in accordance all applicable directives.
- Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc.
- Able to setup and use a torque wrench and use common hand tools such as: wrenches, safety wire pliers, etc.
- Able to operate specialty tools such as crimpers, multimeters, M1 meters, Air data test sets, pin extractors.
- Able to remove, replace, and function check aircraft components and assemblies
- Knowledgeable in wire repair, splicing, soldering and wire bundling.
- Able to disassemble, pin and de-pin connectors.
- Maintain electrical and instrument systems, including power generation, conversion, and distribution.
- Inspect and maintain aircraft batteries and electrical components.
- Maintain interior and exterior lighting on the aircraft.
- Handle electrical control of aircraft systems, including hydraulics, landing gear, utilities, and power plant engines
- Supervision of automatic flight control and stabilization systems.
- Detailing aircraft compass systems, altitude reference systems, and inertial navigational systems
Basic Qualifications for F-18 Electrical Avionics Technician:
- Have at least 3 years of F-18 experience and familiarity with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs.
- Must have and maintain an active secret Government Secret clearance
- Must have comprehensive written and verbal English communication skills.
- Must have the ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate customer maintenance requirements.
- Must be able to clearly document maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, parts requests, etc.
- Must be able to perform assigned duties while wearing required safety equipment.
- Will be required to comply with all rules and regulations concerning health and safety, tool control, FOD control, and all training and certification requirements.
- Ability to lift 30 bs, climb ladders, aircraft stands, or stand for long periods in uneven or slippery terrain.
- Must be able to pass a physical and weigh in for fall protection.
Preferred Qualifications for F-18 Electrical Avionics Technician:
- Strong preference to candidates who have supported U.S. Navy F-18 or EA-18G squadrons on deployment.
- Fighter type aircraft maintenance experience
- A&P license
- U.S. Navy or USMC background
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Primary Level Salary Range: $60,500.00 - $100,900.00
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.
