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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 Aerospace Systems has an opening for a Flight Test Technician 3/4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within the Test and Evaluation Organization. This position will be supporting our Maintenance and Modification Facility located on site at Grand Sky, Emerado, ND.\nPlease note the selected candidate will start after funding confirmation.\nJob Responsibilities:\nInstructs, coordinates and performs the duties / functions of Flight Test personnel in area(s) of assignment.\nPerforms developmental, experimental and production aircraft maintenance, repair, modification, installation, and testing tasks in a field of specialization; electrical / electronic, mechanical or instrumentation.\nPerforms operations for installing, removing, maintaining, repairing or fabricating critical aircraft components, or electrical / electronic, mechanical or instrumentation systems.\nPerforms testing, rework and repair in various fields of specialization.\nApplies shop theory and skills in accomplishing assigned tasks working from incomplete engineering, electronic data, blueprints, sketches, engineering drawings, technical orders and written and verbal instructions.\nWorks from blueprints, engineering orders, schematics, repair manuals and other technical documents on aircraft electrical / electronic, mechanical, plumbing, and hydraulics, power plant, structures or instrumentation systems.\nPerforms drilling, reaming, fitting, assembly, trimming, riveting, splicing, insulating and other associated duties as assigned.\nPerforms electrical, mechanical or instrumentation maintenance, repair and testing in support of specific flight test projects.\nConstructs, troubleshoots, calibrates, adjusts, tests, and maintains various types of complex aircraft equipment, components, devices or systems.\nPerforms modifications and adjustments as necessary.\nNotifies lead personnel or supervision of any / all malfunctions, defects and damages of equipment, material and product.\nChecks work for completeness and accuracy.\nPerforms Production Accountability duties associated with the processing, verification, quality auditing and inspection of assemblies, parts and tooling for which the individual has been delegated production accountability.\nMay be required to work in other fields incidental to, and in connection with completion of assignment. May be required to perform other related duties as assigned.\nRequired ability to be certified for a half & full face respirator\nAdhere to all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety guidelines and regulations\nWork and communicate over ambient noise\nWork in a variety of work spaces/positions. Work spaces may include but are not limited to small, enclosed spaces, awkward, and elevated spaces. Positions may include bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, ascending/descending ladders, and/or working overhead.\nAbility to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends\nWe currently offer a 4/10 shift structure working Monday - Thursday 6:30am-5:00pm, with exposure to a wide variety of projects and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and develop team diversity.\nThis requisition may be filled as a level 3 or level 4 based on the qualifications below.\nBasic Qualifications Level 3:\nHigh School diploma or GED and 4 years of related experience.\nRelated experience in one of more of the following but not limited to aircraft electrical systems, structures, composites, aircraft systems, and flightline operations.\nAble to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc.\nMust be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, working on ladders and overhead.\nMust be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment.\nAbility to obtain and maintain Secret DoD Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as required by the business.\nMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.\nAbility to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends\nBasic Qualifications Level 4:\nHigh School diploma or GED and 6 years of related experience.\nRelated experience in one of more of the following but not limited to aircraft electrical systems, structures, composites, aircraft systems, and flightline operations.\nAble to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc.\nMust be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds, working on ladders and overhead.\nMust be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment.\nAbility to obtain and maintain Secret DoD Clearance within a reasonable amount of time as required by the business.\nMust have the ability to obtain and maintain a US Government clearance within a reasonable amount of time as determined by business needs.\nAbility to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends\nPreferred Qualifications:\nActive Secret DoD Clearance last investigated within the last 3 years.\nAircraft structures experience.\nAvionics experience.\nFamiliarity with Maintenance Data Collection systems (MES and MMT.)\nBasic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)\nWhat We Offer:\nAt Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare and a great 401K matching program!\nPrimary Level Salary Range: $57,500.00 - $95,900.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $68,300.00 - $113,900.00The 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. 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