Northrop Grumman · 4 hours ago
Flight Test Technician 3 (3rd Shift) - R10219965
Edwards, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$67K/yr - $111K/yr
5+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading company in aerospace technology, seeking a Flight Test Technician 3 to join their Test and Evaluation organization. This role involves testing, troubleshooting, and maintaining aerospace systems, while also assisting engineering with test events and data reporting.
AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
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
Towing, Jacking, servicing fuel, hydraulics etc, operate ground equipment, aerospace systems checkout, perform pre and post-use inspections, 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: Assisting engineering with test events 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
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma/GED with five years of industry-related experience
Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)
Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) 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, IMDS, etc.)
Ability to work 3rd shift hours
Preferred
Developmental or Operational test experience
Military or civilians working flightline maintenance experience
Familiarity with Configuration Management and/or Mission Assurance concepts
Benefits
Health insurance coverage
Life and disability insurance
Savings plan
Company paid holidays
Paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business
Company
Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman is an aerospace, defense and security company that provides training and satellite ground network communications software.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.7BKey Investors
U.S. Department of DefenseNASA
2025-05-27Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2024-01-29Post Ipo Debt· $2.5B
2023-12-20Grant· $72M
Leadership Team
Tom Wilson
Corporate Vice President, Enterprise Business Development
Jeffrey Worsham
Chief Product Owner - Advanced Technology Development
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