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Northrop Grumman
Field Technician 4 Secret clearance *18033
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What they do
A Heavy Equipment Mechanic maintains and repairs heavy equipment like construction vehicles and fire trucks.
$60,889 / year median in Utah
+15% projected growth
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE
Relocation assistance may be availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START
YesCLEARANCE TYPE
Secret TRAVEL:
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 is currently seeking Field Technicians 4What You'll Do:
The Field Technician to supports inspection, maintenance, transport, and on-site assembly of high value weapons, missile, and ground support equipment. The role operates under strict procedural controls, high accountability, and coordinated oversight with government and contractor stakeholders. Key Responsibilities- Inspect, test, assemble, disassemble, and maintain weapons systems components, launch/missile support equipment, and specialized aerospace ground equipment per technical orders and work packages.
- Execute preventive and corrective maintenance on mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and structural systems; perform mechanical alignments and basic electronic troubleshooting.
- Maintain precise inventory accountability of assets, components, and specialized tools; prepare and update equipment logs and turnover documentation.
- Follow written procedures line by line with zero tolerance adherence to safety, quality, and technical order requirements.
- Support secure transport and timely delivery of presentation and mission equipment to offsite locations; manage vehicle and tool coordination as required.
- Participate in peer procedure reviews, procedure consolidation, and continuous improvement efforts to improve usability and compliance.
- Coordinate with facilities, program managers, and contracting teams to support site surveys, staging, and local sustainment activities.
Basic Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent 6 years experience
- 6 years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting electronic/mechanical systems or field equipment.
- Mechanical and/or electronic aptitude with prior hands on maintenance experience (civilian equivalents to Air Force 2W2X1 or 2M0XX career fields preferred).
- Strong problem-solving and diagnostic skills; ability to work under pressure.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for customer interaction and reporting.
- Ability to travel frequently and work at customer sites; flexible schedule.
- Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in varied environmental conditions.
- US DOD Secret Security Clearance to start with ability attain US DOD Top Secret
- Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in varied environmental conditions.
Preferred:
- 8+ years of hands-on experience installing, maintaining, or troubleshooting electronic/mechanical systems or field equipment.
- Technical certificate or associate degree in electronics, electrical engineering technology, mechanical technology, or related field preferred.
- Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a clean driving record; ability to operate and drive large equipment/vehicles.
- Training or certification in safety, vehicle operation, or specialized equipment handling.
- Familiarity with remote diagnostic tools, test equipment, and standard maintenance practices.