Deployable Aircraft Mechanic 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 2 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our rotational OCONUS program located in Edwards, CA.

In this role, you will be responsible for performing minor structural repairs and modifications and may receive additional training and be cross-utilized into aircraft low observable maintenance to fulfill the daily activities and duties required to meet contract requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Troubleshoots, repairs and services aircraft and engine systems
• Conducts diagnosis of malfunctions
• Performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly or adjustment of various aircraft systems 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  
• Low Observable tasks include repair of composite or metallic structures, and sanding, stripping, testing, masking and other preparation tasks.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have a High School diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of additional related education / experience.
• Must be willing/able to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year. 
• Must have and maintain a valid U.S. passport
• Must be able to accept customer furnished quarters for a period up to 120 days away from primary work location.
• Must be able to comply with mobility requirements such as chemical warfare training and immunizations that may include anthrax and smallpox.
• Must meet medical requirements for worldwide travel.
• Must be able/willing to perform work assignments at various locations including Palmdale and Edwards AFB, CA.
• Must have and active DoD Secret clearance or higher with the ability to maintain that clearance.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain special program access (SAP) within 365 days from submission.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top Secret Clearance
• Operational experience

Salary Range: $54,400.00 - $72,500.00The 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.