RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

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.

Northrop Grumman Aerospace Systems has an opening for an Avionics Technician 2/3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our E-2D Manufacturing and Production Organization. This role will be located in Saint Augustine, Florida.

The selected candidate should perform tasks that are varied and moderately complex with limited supervision. The selected candidate must understand the importance of using discretion, latitude, and must have high integrity. If you are looking for an opportunity to grow with a leader in the Aerospace Industry, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

This position requires onsite presence due to the nature of the role. 

Essential Functions:

• Installs and troubleshoots avionics systems wiring in aircraft in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.
• Fabricates, installs and tests installation, routing, clamping and wiring harnesses.
• Reads wiring diagrams and blueprints.
• May assist in orienting, training, assigning and checking the work of lower-level employees.
• Routinely check work. Errors may be difficult to detect and would normally result in loss of customer business, material, or equipment to resolve.  
• Obtaining or providing information or data on matters of moderate importance to the function of the department or which may be of sensitive nature.

We offer a flexible work schedule, 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.

Basic Qualifications Level 2:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional related avionics experience
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 40 pounds, and working overhead.
• Must be able to access small, confined spaces, and work in an enclosed environments and high spaces.
• Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation in order to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements.
• Ability to relay and receive information over ambient noise levels.
• Ability to work any shift.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret DoD Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Basic Qualifications Level 3:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional related avionics experience
• Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 40 pounds, and working overhead.
• Must be able to access small, confined spaces, and work in an enclosed environments and high spaces.
• Ability to pass medical/respiratory evaluation in order to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements.
• Ability to relay and receive information over ambient noise levels.
• Ability to work any shift.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret DoD Clearance within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• E-2D experience
• Experience working aerospace avionics electrical system installations, operation of avionic systems and troubleshooting.
• Active Secret DoD Clearance last investigated within the last 5 1/2 years.

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 comprehensive benefits including competitive medical and dental options, a great 401K matching program, college education assistance, annual bonuses, 14 Employee Resource Groups inclusive of all employees, and opportunities for career advancement across North America!

Salary Range: $45,800.00 - $76,300.00Salary Range 2: $54,400.00 - $90,600.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.