Electro-Mechanical Calibration Engineer - Level 3 or Level 4

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: PolygraphTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking an Electro-Mechanical Calibration Engineer – Level 3 or Level 4 to join our team in Alice Springs, AU. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

The Hardware Calibration Engineer demonstrates a working knowledge in following, developing and executing unique measurements, repairing and calibrating a wide variety of equipment in different disciplines, and detecting and resolving difficult problems. The Hardware Calibration Engineer works alongside Ground Terminal Engineers in support of critical mission equipment supporting a unique and exciting mission in the Outback of Australia.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Services, repairs and calibrates test and measuring equipment which fail to respond to normal diagnostic and corrective practice under supervision or independently. 
• Follows developed diagnostic techniques and adapts equipment to accomplish necessary repairs and measurements.
• Adapts measuring equipment, standards and techniques to accomplish unique measurements beyond their routine uses. 
• Assists equipment users in devising methods and procedures for obtaining measurements and may be required to operate the equipment/systems for unique or difficult measurements. 
• Product Service troubleshooting which includes troubleshooting down to the component level.
• The ideal candidate will have strong experience in reading schematics, wiring diagrams, assembly drawings, performing test/calibration procedures and asking the right questions for diagnostics.
• Other duties as assigned

This position is contingent upon the candidate obtaining final clearances and program access(es) within a reasonable period of time as determined by the company.

*Please be aware that this position will be contingent upon capturing program award(s), obtaining and maintaining customer funding, and holding final clearances (if applicable) prior to start date.*

This role requires a two (2) year commitment and the ability to successfully pass a physical and psychological exam.

Ability to work odd and/or extended hours covering a 24/7 period and periodic rotating 12-hour shifts .

A comprehensive overseas compensation package is offered with this position including relocation assistance.

This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 5 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 3 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 1 year of professional experience.   
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph. CI Poly required to start.

• Familiarity working with laboratory standards.
• Capable in AC/DC, RF, Physical-dimensional Test and Measuring Equipment.
• Proficient in the use of calibrated hand tools
• The successful candidate must also be able to satisfy the following physical demands: Ability to work on elevated structures at heights of ~100 feet, Ability to climb stairs (~300 stairs/day), Ability to lift and carry ~45lbs, Ability to work in narrow and confined spaces
• This role requires a two (2) year commitment and the ability to successfully pass a physical and psychological exam.
• Ability to work odd and/or extended hours covering a 24/7 period and periodic rotating 12-hour shifts.

Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field with 8 years of professional experience – OR – Master’s degree with 6 years of professional experience – OR – PhD with 4 years of professional experience.   
• Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Counterintelligence (CI) Polygraph. CI Poly required to start.

• Familiarity working with laboratory standards.
• Capable in AC/DC, RF, Physical-dimensional Test and Measuring Equipment.
• Proficient in the use of calibrated hand tools
• The successful candidate must also be able to satisfy the following physical demands: Ability to work on elevated structures at heights of ~100 feet, Ability to climb stairs (~300 stairs/day), Ability to lift and carry ~45lbs, Ability to work in narrow and confined spaces
• This role requires a two (2) year commitment and the ability to successfully pass a physical and psychological exam.
• Ability to work odd and/or extended hours covering a 24/7 period and periodic rotating 12-hour shifts.

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Demonstrated experience in progressively more complicated calibration and maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of precision measuring equipment and calibration systems.
• Knowledge of measurement theory application and processes in more than one discipline.
• PMEL experience
• Possess system experience or knowledge in regard to antenna/ground hardware

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Primary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $129,300.00 - $193,900.00The 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.