(Skillbridge) – Engineering Technician – Electrical Ground Support Equipment

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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.

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel make the transition to civilian careers. Approximately 1/4th of Northrop Grumman’s 90,000 employees self-identifies as veterans, and more than 1,600 are reservists.

The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program (NG-MIP) is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29 . NG-MIP is an opportunity for transitioning service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through an individual internship during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Northrop Grumman Military Internship Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Responsibilities for this internship position are:

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Military Internship Program (SKillbridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skillbridge. During this program the service member will be on-site at his or her host company performing an individual internship in an entry to mid-level career type role. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals – Provide transitioning service members fellowship-style job skills training during the last portion(s) of their military commitment. This program is specifically designed to offer internships that result in the potential to transition to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Interns will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives - Service Members who complete the Intern program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides a comprehensive internship experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome – Offer transitioning service member a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

DoD SkillBridge Eligibility:

· Has served at least 180 days on active duty

· Is within 12 months of separation or retirement

· Will receive an honorable discharge

· Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS

· Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months

· Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in DoD SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Engineering Technician – Electrical Ground Support Equipment

Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking an Engineering Technician to join our electrical ground support equipment group in our Chandler, AZ facility.  Our electrical ground support equipment (EGSE) team supports our programs with the design, test, and sustainment of all EGSE and test support equipment hardware used in the integration and launch of our vehicles. Our EGSE team members work in a diverse set of roles across the lifecycle of a program.

Job responsibilities:

• Support engineering teams with the digital formatting and release of engineering documentation.
• Manage the drawing release cycle and drive the process to completion.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to incorporate changes identified during the peer review cycle.
• Format engineering drawings per best industry CAD practices.
• Review Bills of Material (BOMs) for accuracy against engineering drawings.
• Train technicians and engineers on the drawing release process.
• Contribute to continuously improving our drawing release processes.
• Review electrical drawings and documentation for formatting errors and consistency across programs.
• Assist in organization of team resources (SharePoint page, training documents, team network file directory).
• Maintain a Part Selection List (PSL) for Electrical Ground Support Equipment.
• Actively and effectively participates and contributes in a positive manner while supporting team decisions and goals.
• Supporting the engineering team with other technical tasks such as hands on testing.
• Act with safety as your number one priority through every aspect of the role.
• Complete day-to-day activities with oversight of senior engineers.

Desired Experience:

• Ability to read system level electrical schematics and parts lists and identify basic electronic components.
• Use of Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, Forms, etc.).
• Use of Microsoft Visio or other CAD software tools.
• Demonstrated attention to detail when creating technical documentation.

Also seeking experience in any of the following:

• Use of basic electronics test equipment such as DMMs and power supplies.
• Ability to read, interpret, and follow standard test procedures.
• Electrical or Electronics related technical skills.
• Experience with Automated Test Equipment (ATE), Special Test Equipment (STE), Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), or Hardware Integration Labs (HIL)

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years of additional education and/or related experience
• Active DoD Active Secret Clearance is required.
• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must be able to perform occasional lifting up to 30 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree in related field of technology and 2 years of related experience

IMPORTANT – Please follow these two steps prior to applying to DoD SkillBridge positions:

Download and complete the DoD SkillBridge Prescreen Form Identify DoD SkillBridge Opportunity and apply (Be sure to attach your DoD SkillBridge Prescreen form to the application)

Primary Level Salary Range: $62,700.00 - $104,700.00

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.

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.