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Northrop Grumman
Production Test Master Tech - Level 4
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What they do
A Manufacturing or Production Technician works with manufacturing equipment and machinery. Performs set up and tests, monitors, adjusts and repairs machines used to produce products or other machines. Inspects equipment, troubleshoots problems with machines or designs.
$64,761 / year median in Virginia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
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Yes, 10% 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's Space Sector is seeking a Production Test Master Technician - Level 4 to join our team in Dulles, VA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. This position will be performing day-to-day work in Component Test Lab (CTL) work center. This position will work a 9/80 schedule, with every other Friday off. Test campaigns may require 12-hour shift work. In this job, you will:- Operate electronic ground support equipment (EGSE) Test racks by mating/demate cables for Avionics & box level testing, performs checkout pre and post-use inspections, data gathering and other requirements as necessary.
- Sets up test apparatus and conducts tests for Avionic assemblies (CCA's) & Circuit card boxes by following methods, procedures, standards, and sequences.
- Lays out and assembles units for production equipment according to designs and specifications. Adjusts and calibrate systems as needed.
- Uses hand and small power tools, and various measuring and testing devices in performing job duties. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
- Test, troubleshooting, removal, installation, modification, and maintenance of Avionics Boxes & circuit card Assemblies with collaboration & support from Test Engineering group.
- 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:
- High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience.
- Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance
- Ability to lift 30lbs.
- Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook), Teams chat.
- Applicant must be flexible in types of work assignments.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in military or aerospace test, manufacturing, or depot environments.
- Active Secret clearance with investigation closeout within the last 3 years.
- Developmental or Operational test experience.
- Mix of back shop and flightline maintenance experience.
- Must be able to lead and train lower-level employees.