RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the TimeDescriptionAt Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our
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EA-18G Aircraft Structures Mechanic 3
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RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10 of the Time

Description

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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, theyre making history.

At Northrop Grumman, we have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact peoples 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 nations 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. 

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for EA-18G Structure Mechanic 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our organization. This role is located in Whidbey Island in Oak Harbor, WA

 

Responsibilities: 

 

  • Performing maintenance operations on F-18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, components, and systems in accordance with all applicable directives.

  • A variety of major structure repairs, remove/replace parts such as skins, intercostals, heat shields, bulkheads, longerons and fittings.

  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc.

  • Able to perform part-fitting operations such as filing, sawing, deburring, trimming, riveting, precision drilling, reaming, coldworking, and composite repairs.  

  • Able to remove, replace multiple types of fasteners including Hi-loks, Jo-bolts, Cherry max, and Huk-bolts, and fast rivets. 

  • Able to interpret diameters and dimensions using scales, squares, micrometers, calipers, ball gauges, pin gauges, and depth gauges. 

  

Basic Qualifications: 

 

  • Have at least 4 years of experience and familiarity with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs. 

  • Must have an active DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation)

  • This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 50 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

  • 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. 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

  • Strong preference to candidates who have supported U.S. Navy F-18 or F/A-18 squadrons on deployment, depot level or assembly. 

Primary Level Salary Range: $53,900.00 - $89,900.00

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 candidates experience, education, skills and current spanet 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.

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Northrop Grumman
2980 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA
www.northropgrumman.com/careers
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Location
Oak Harbor, Washington, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Northrop Grumman
2980 Fairview Park Drive
Falls Church, Virginia 20171 USA
www.northropgrumman.com/careers
1745 Open Jobs Available
Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company. Our pioneering solutions equip our customers with the capabilities they need to connect and protect the world and push the boundaries of human exploration across the universe....

Benefits:
We’re committed to supporting our employees in all aspects of life, both on and off the job. Our benefits extend to you and your family, offering comprehensive health coverage, flexible work options, back-up child and elder care programs and more. Explore Total Rewards

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