SCA Engineering Technician 3/4

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.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a SCA Engineering Technician 3 / SCA Engineering Technician 4 Progressive Depot Level Repair Technician to join our Progressive Depot Level Repair team in Yorktown, Virginia. This position can be filled as an Engineering Technician 3 or 4 and is within the MK-48 Intermediate Maintenance Activity (IMA), which provides critical support to the U.S. Navy’s Atlantic Fleet with an onsite repair capability for the MK-48 Heavyweight Torpedo.  This is a government facility that is comprised of a mixture of Contractor, Civil Service, and Military personnel. The individual will complete a variety of maintenance actions and repairs using detailed procedures and will have oversight from a direct manager.

Job Responsibilities Include:

• Follow detailed instructions utilizing digital and paper processes
• Initiate torpedo repair processes and perform electro-mechanical maintenance actions in accordance with government approved procedures
• Perform periodic maintenance, inspections, and tests on automatic test equipment during preventative and corrective maintenance actions
• Use digital systems and paper processes for repair documentation and to access and follow work instructions

• Perform various ordnance handling evolutions by using overhead cranes
• Disassemble, clean, inspect, assemble, and test torpedo components

• Perform depot level maintenance actions to inspect/repair torpedo components   
• Identify damage and troubleshoot test failures on torpedo components utilizing applicable work instructions, engineering schematics, and local procedures
• Demonstrate level of knowledge during quarterly and annual assessments, as required
• Acquire and maintain CPR certification

Required Qualifications:

• High school Diploma or GED and 0-2 plus years related experience
• US Citizen with active security clearance
• Ability to lift 30 lbs. and wear Steel Toe Shoes and other safety gear
• Ability to pass an Explosive Handler Physical
• Ability to obtain Arms and Ammunition Explosive Screening
• Proficiency in Microsoft products such as Windows Desktop OS, Office Product suite
• Ability to work onsite in Yorktown, VA

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• Demonstrated experience using electronic test equipment, test fixtures, hand tools, calipers, torque wrenches, and dial depth gauges during electro-mechanical maintenance actions
• Proven ability to perform repair actions on subcomponents of larger systems
• Experience using digital and paper processes to document repair actions and follow work instructions
• Prior experience inspecting components in accordance with established criteria and determining/executing corrective maintenance actions to restore components

Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

• Demonstrated ability leading mechanical repairs, torpedo testing, and maintenance actions
• Experience using overhead CAT III cranes and leading ordnance handling evolutions
• Demonstrated experience training personnel on torpedo mechanical repairs and maintenance actions
• Demonstrated experience delivering training presentations, on-the-job training, and cross functional topics to increase work center level of knowledge
• Ability and willingness to perform additional responsibilities to support work center requirements
• Initiate process improvements to reduce costs, add clarity, and/or streamline procedures
• Obtain Quality Assurance Inspector certification
• Prior experience with additional duties outside of routine job responsibilities

Preferred Qualifications:

• AA Degree / 2-year technical degree
• 2 plus years related experience or technical school certificate

Primary Level Salary Range: $26.00 - $26.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $30.81 - $30.81

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.