Flight Test Technician 3/ Flight Test Tech 4

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a Flight Test Technician 3/Flight Test Technician 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be based out of Palmdale, CA.

The selected candidate will be assigned as a flight test technician which is a 100% on-site role at Palmdale, CA.

Responsibilities Include:

• Test, troubleshooting, removal, installation, modification, and maintenance of aerospace systems including, but not limited to fuel, hydraulics, ECS, flight controls, propulsion, landing gear, CNI, and ground support equipment.
• Operate ground equipment, aerospace systems checkout, perform pre and post-use inspections, service fuel, lubrication, cooling, and other requirements as necessary.
• Other responsibilities may include the application of materials, appliqués, coatings, decals, primer, and paint.
• Must be able to read and interpret schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions to fabricate and assemble necessary fixtures and/or components.

Other responsibilities include:

• Conducting tests and reporting data in the prescribed format, using predetermined methods, sequences, and setups to inspect or test specific equipment or products.
• Must be willing to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends as required

Basic Qualifications for a Flight Test Tech 3:

• High School Diploma/GED with four years of industry-related experience
• Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Ability to lift 30lbs
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with Maintenance Data Collection systems (MES, FMT, CAMS, etc.)

Basic Qualifications for a Flight Test Tech 4:

• High School Diploma/GED with six years of industry-related experience
• Must have an active DoD Secret or higher clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) clearance within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.
• Ability to lift 30lbs
• Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Familiarity with Maintenance Data Collection systems (MES, FMT, CAMS, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Secret clearance with investigation closeout within the last 3 years.
• Developmental or Operational test experience
• Mix of back shop and flightline maintenance experience
• Familiarity with Configuration Management and/or Mission Assurance concepts
• Must be able to lead and train lower-level employees