Production Test Technician 3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as a Production Test Technician 3 based out of San Diego, CA.

As a Production Test Technician 3 at Northrop Grumman, you will have a challenging and rewarding opportunity to be a part of our Communications Solutions Business Unit as a member of the F22 CNI team.

Our success is grounded in our ability to embrace change, move quickly, and continuously drive innovation. Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration.

What you'll get to do:

• Test, troubleshoot, and repair CNI hardware from full assemblies to the component level following written test procedures and provide feedback to engineering as needed for process improvements.

• Operate test equipment, environmental chambers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, network/signal analyzers, signal generators, power supplies, torque wrenches, etc.

• Read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, technical publications, maintenance manuals, and written instructions to troubleshoot, repair, and assemble modules, subassemblies, and systems.

• Conduct tests and report data in the prescribed format, using predetermined methods, sequences, and setups to inspect or test specific equipment or products.

• Follow all program and site security requirements.

• The ideal candidate must be able to lift 30 lbs.

• Pay attention to detail with a focus on quality output, work in a team environment where daily communication and interaction are required, be willing to work in a production and repair environment with production goals and deadlines

• Perform work responsibilities with limited supervision.

• Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that includes extended shifts, may include holidays, and weekends as required.

May be assigned to work 1st or 2nd shift.

Basic Qualifications Production Test Technician 3:

• High School Diploma/GED with a minimum of 4 years of industry-related experience.

• Experience in testing and troubleshooting RF electronics

• Experience with reading and interpreting schematics and drawings

• MS Office experience.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

• US Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications Production Test Technician 3:

• Active Secret clearance.

• SAP clearances/experience are highly preferred.

• Advanced education and/or experience in testing and troubleshooting CNI systems.

• Demonstrable knowledge in RF electronics, including tuning, testing, and/or troubleshooting RF filters and amplifiers.

• Developmental or operational test experience.

• Experience with shop floor manufacturing systems (SAP, Solumina, Tableau, etc.)

• Experience with ESD (electrostatic discharge) and FOD (foreign object damage) control.

• Experience with CUI (controlled unclassified information) and COMSEC (communications security).

• Experience with FAR, ITAR, AS9100, and/or ISO 90001 rules and regulations.

What We Can Offer You
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment that encourag