RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Are you ready to put your experience to work at Northrop Grumman? If so, our Defense Systems wants you to join our Team as a SCA Aircraft Mechanic Helper and support a maintenance program with Northrop Grumman in Lake Charles, LA.

The Navy E-6 is an airborne command post and communications relay based on the Boeing 707 platform The aircraft are utilized primarily for long-range patrols along the entire U.S. border, and in source and transit zone countries. This platform, now modified to the E-6B standard, conveys instructions from the National Command Authority to fleet ballistic missile submarines, a mission known as TACAMO ("Take Charge And Move Out").

Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to performing any combination of the following duties:

Assists Aircraft Mechanic in servicing, repairing and overhauling aircraft and aircraft engines,

Adjusts and replaces parts such as control cables, fuel tanks, spark plugs, tires, batteries and filters, using mechanic's tools, removes inspection plates, cowling, engine covers, floor boards and related items to provide access for inspection and repair

Replaces items when work is completed, assists in towing and jacking aircraft, and disconnects instruments, ignition systems, and fuel and oil lines.

Assists in dismantling, repairing, overhauling or replacing parts and assemblies such as engines, plumbing and hydraulic systems, and aircraft structural sections, performs routine duties such as furnishing materials, tools and supplies to mechanic

Lifting and holding materials in place during operation; cleaning work areas and machines, tools and equipment, cleans aircraft, interior and exterior parts and assemblies with solvents or other cleaning solutions

Assists in jacking and towing aircraft; Inflates tires, fills gasoline tanks and oil reservoirs, and greases aircraft, using grease gun

May assist flight line mechanic, worker, or servicer in servicing and repairing aircraft prior to flight.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED).

• Ability to relay and receive information.

• Able to collaborate in a team environment.

• Able to perform work in an approved environment during specified work hours.

• Able to change physical locations based upon need (including physical ability to travel).

• Ability to be subject to a variety of physical conditions.

• Able to wear respirator or other safety gear.

• Ability to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or closed spaces.

• Ability to work any shift as required by the program; Shifts include, days, nights, weekends, weekend nights.

Preferred Qualifications

• A&P License

• Able to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $21.11 - $21.11

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.