Engineering Technician - Level 2 or 3
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 23, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 20, 2026. Northrop Grumman scores A on the Alion truth index.
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 Defense Systems is currently seeking an Engineering Technician Level 2 or 3 at our Elkton, Maryland location.
Northrop Grumman Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm Beach Gardens, FL.
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The level to be hired will depend upon exhibited education, experience, and competency.
Job Summary:
This position works closely with Engineering to configure and execute testing operations including troubleshooting equipment, setup, fixturing, testing, equipment maintenance, documenting setup, and test results. Assists Engineers and Technicians with projects through building or procuring test equipment, setup, performing testing and process validations.
Primary responsibilities include load testing, pressurization testing, and support for live fire rocket motor testing.
- Provide technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks
- Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data
- Constructs, calibrates, adjusts and maintains equipment, components, devices or systems.
- Works from schematics, engineering drawings and technical instructions.
- Sets up and configures test equipment, systems, test articles, and instrumentation
- Perform tests/experiments and records data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis
- Utilizes various test equipment for data gathering
- Reports data in prescribed format
- Perform routine calculations using Excel or other related software and proficient in MS Office
- Use a computer daily to perform testing operations. This includes using Excel and custom software.
- Generates reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics)
Basic Qualifications Level 2:
- High School Diploma and a minimum of two years related experience, or a technology degree / certificate, or military electronics experience.
- Experience with mechanical test equipment and systems, including hydraulic,
pneumatic and electromechanical systems.
- Ability to follow strict safety protocols, elevate concerns, follow highly detailed instructions, document discrepancies and resolve conflicts in instructions, tasks or designs.
- Detail oriented and an ability to remain highly focused during complex test processes.
- Must be a US citizen and meet requirements to obtain a secret security clearance.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs on a routine basis.
Basic Qualifications Level 3:
- High School Diploma and a minimum of four years related experience, or a technology degree / certificate, or military electronics experience.
- Hands on experience using soldering techniques and installing, troubleshooting, and repairing various types of instrumentation including but not limited to strain gages, thermocouples, and pressure transducers.
- Experience with mechanical test equipment and systems, including hydraulic,
pneumatic and electromechanical systems.
- Ability to follow strict safety protocols, elevate concerns, follow highly detailed instructions, document discrepancies and resolve conflicts in instructions, tasks or designs.
- Detail oriented and an ability to remain highly focused during complex test processes.
- Must be a US citizen and meet requirements to obtain a secret security clearance.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs on a routine basis.
- Strong fluency in Microsoft Office applications and computer use
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working around energetics.
- Experience with high pressurize and mechanical systems, including installation, troubleshooting, diagnostics, repairs and maintenance.
- Experience reading and interpreting schematic diagrams, operating a variety of test equipment, duties such as testing, troubleshooting, modifying, calibrating, installing, maintaining, repairing, constructing, developing, on electronic equipment, or similar functions.
- The ability to setup and install complex rocket motor test arrangements using
engineering direction, drawings and instructions.
This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.
Primary Level Salary Range: $53,500.00 - $89,100.00The 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.Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.