Northrop Grumman

F-18 Electrical Avionics Technician 3

Northrop Grumman • $60K — $100K *
San Antonio, TX 78228In-Person
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 3+ years of F-18 experience with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, and repairs.
  • Active Secret DOD clearance required.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
  • Flexibility to work adaptive schedules as required.
  • Ability to document maintenance actions and equipment status clearly.

Responsibilities

  • Conduct pre/post flight inspections and activities.
  • Perform maintenance on F-18 aircraft systems as per directives.
  • Troubleshoot and repair aircraft and engine systems.
  • Read and interpret technical documentation and schematics.
  • Utilize common hand and specialty tools for aircraft maintenance.

Benefits

  • Health insurance coverage.
  • Life and disability insurance.
  • Savings plan options.
  • Company paid holidays.
  • Paid time off (PTO) for personal and vacation needs.
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

Northrop Grumman is looking for an Electrical Avionics Technician (USN "AE / AT" rating) with experience on the F-18 aircraft. This effort will support a service life modification program San Antonio, TX where the F-18 Electrical Avionics Technician will be responsible for Organizational and Depot Level support of the aircraft's Electrical systems. To include:

Responsibilities:
  • Understanding pre / post flight activities and inspections
  • Performing maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, engines, components, and systems in accordance all applicable directives.
  • Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc.
  • Able to setup and use a torque wrench and use common hand tools such as: wrenches, safety wire pliers, etc.
  • Able to operate specialty tools such as crimpers, multimeters, M1 meters, Air data test sets, pin extractors.
  • Able to remove, replace, and function check aircraft components and assemblies
  • Knowledgeable in wire repair, splicing, soldering and wire bundling.
  • Able to disassemble, pin and de-pin connectors.
  • Maintain electrical and instrument systems, including power generation, conversion, and distribution.
  • Inspect and maintain aircraft batteries and electrical components.
  • Maintain interior and exterior lighting on the aircraft.
  • Handle electrical control of aircraft systems, including hydraulics, landing gear, utilities, and power plant engines
  • Supervision of automatic flight control and stabilization systems.
  • Detailing aircraft compass systems, altitude reference systems, and inertial navigational systems


Basic Qualifications for F-18 Electrical Avionics Technician:
  • Have at least 3 years of F-18 experience and familiarity with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs.
  • Must have and maintain an active secret DOD clearance
  • Must have comprehensive written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Must have the ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate customer maintenance requirements.
  • Must be able to clearly document maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, parts requests, etc.
  • Must be able to perform assigned duties while wearing required safety equipment.
  • Will be required to comply with all rules and regulations concerning health and safety, tool control, FOD control, and all training and certification requirements.
  • Northrop Grumman is looking for a Flight Test Technician 2 with experience on the F/A-18E/F aircraft. This effort will support service life modification program in San Antonio, TX where the F/A-18E/F Flight Test Technician 2 will be responsible for Organizational and Depot Level support of the aircraft's systems. To include:
    Responsibilities:
  • Understanding pre / post flight activities and inspections
  • Performing maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, engines, components, and systems in accordance all applicable directives.
  • Troubleshoots, repairs and services aircraft and engine systems.
  • Conducts diagnosis of malfunctions. Performs maintenance, disassembly, rework, repair, replacement, re-assembly or adjustment of various aircraft systems in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.
  • Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc.
  • Able to setup and use a torque wrench and use common hand tools such as: wrenches, safety wire pliers, etc.
  • Able to remove, replace, and function check aircraft components and assemblies
  • Maintain electrical and instrument systems, including power generation, conversion, and distribution.
  • Basic Qualifications for F/A-18E/F Flight Test Technician 2:
  • Have at least 4 years of FA-18E/F experience and familiarity with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs.
  • Must have and maintain an active secret DOD clearance
  • Must have comprehensive written and verbal English communication skills.
  • Must have the ability to work flexible schedules to accommodate customer maintenance requirements.
  • Must be able to clearly document maintenance and repair actions, equipment status tags, logs, parts requests, etc.
  • Must be able to perform assigned duties while wearing required safety equipment.
  • Will be required to comply with all rules and regulations concerning health and safety, tool control, FOD control, and all training and certification requirements.
  • Ability to successfully pass vision screen and color blindness tests
  • This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 35 pounds, working overhead, and accessing small, confined spaces
  • Must be able to pass a physical/respiratory evaluation to obtain and maintain necessary respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements
  • Preferred Qualifications for F/A-18 Flight Test Technician 2:
  • Strong preference to candidates who have supported U.S. Navy F-18 or F/A-18 squadrons on deployment.


Primary Level Salary Range: $60,500.00 - $100,900.00

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.

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Northrop Grumman is a security company that provides systems, products, and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems, shipbuilding, and technical services to government and commercial customers. They design, develop, and build everything from aircraft and spacecraft to cyber security systems. The company is involved in a wide range of defense and technology projects, including the development of aircraft, space systems, cybersecurity solutions, and advanced electronics.

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Learn more about Northrop Grumman
Size
88,000 employees
Market Cap
$82.7 billion
Industry
Aerospace & Defense
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1939
5 Year Trend
+7.6%
Revenue
$36.7 billion
NASDAQ
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