Requisition ID: R10175933

• Category: Flight Operations

• Location: Falls Church, Virginia, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Secret

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: Shift X (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance may be available

• Positions Available: 5

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman Defense Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Mechanic 3 (APG and AVI) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located OCONUS - Europe.

Job Description

Your duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: 

• Performs Maintenance, Repair, Launch, and Recovery activities on military aircraft.

• Supplies comprehensive technical expertise to solve moderate to complex problems. 

• Ensures aircraft are in exceptional mechanical condition and safe for flight by performing maintenance, inspections, and servicing requirements on all aircraft systems in accordance with technical data and all applicable program and service guidance.

• Performing duties required to lay out, fabricate, and install electrical wiring, fiber optic, coaxial cable, and electrical components on aircraft.

• Performs and/or assists with Field-Level Modifications and TCTD maintenance actions.

• Assists with On-the-Job Training (OJT) for team members and customer aircraft maintenance personnel.

• Maintains and updates aircraft records and status.

• Keeps the production staff updated on aircraft status.

• Performs other duties as assigned by maintenance supervision.

• Maintenance tasks include configuring aircraft for modifications, removal and installation of attaching hardware, component removal and installations, assistance with software uploads, various system operational checkouts, and egress system maintenance. 

• Technical requirements also include fault isolation, troubleshooting, and repair of system failures detected during operational checks associated with modifications and restoration of aircraft to flying condition after accomplishment of modifications and/or maintenance.

• Interprets and uses various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals.

• Conduct maintenance operations in accordance with policies and procedures set forth by governing regulatory documents to include tool control, quality, safety, aircraft maintenance documentation, etc.  

*Basic Qualifications: *

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 4 Years hands-on military aircraft airframe, powerplants, and/or air vehicle systems maintenance experience.

• Must be able to provide historical training records and/or certificates detailing completion of aircraft technical training courses and all aircraft task qualifications.

• US Air Force Red X certified 5 or 7-skill level, US Navy/Marine Corps CDI/CDQAR, or equivalent FAA Airframe and Power Plant (A&P) License.

• Ability to read and interpret technical data and blueprint drawings. 

• A current Secret or higher Clearance.  

• Ability to obtain Special Access Program clearance, as required.

• Ability to work a flexible work schedule that may include extended shifts, holidays, and weekends and support on call status for 24 hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week, 365 days a year.  

• Able to meet the physical demands of this position, including regularly required to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive movements, work overhead, use hands to grasp, handle, and/or feel, reach. (The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, squat, crawl, and twist). 

   

*Preferred Qualifications: *

• 8 Years of hands-on tactical military aircraft Airframes/Powerplants, Avionics, and/or Crew Chief Experience.

• 5 Years of experience exercising privileges of US Air Force Red X certified 5 or 7-Level, US Navy/Marine Corps CDI/CDQAR.

• Completion of F-35 basic and advanced technical training courses including, but not limited to, Tactical Aircraft Maintenance, Combined Avionics and Electro – Environmental, Aviation Machinist’s Mate, Fixed-Wing Aircraft Mechanic Training, Aircraft Avionics Systems Technician, and Advanced Technical Training (ATT).

Salary Range: $57,200 - $95,400

The 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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.