RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be 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 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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for a** **Flight Test Technician 4** **to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation (T&E) organization. This position will be located in EAFB, CA.** The selected candidate will be assigned as a flight test technician which is a 100% on-site role at Edwards AFB, CA. Primary job responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: + Testing, troubleshooting, removal, installation, modification, and maintenance of aerospace systems including, but not limited to fuel, hydraulics, Environmental Control System (ECS), flight controls, propulsion, landing gear, Communications, Navigation and Identification (CNI), and ground support equipment + Operation of ground equipment, aerospace systems checkout, performance of pre and post-use inspections, service fuel, lubrication, cooling, and other requirements as necessary + Reading and interpreting schematics, engineering drawings, and written or verbal instructions to fabricate and assemble necessary fixtures and/or component + Drilling, reaming, fitting, assembly, trimming, riveting, splicing, insulating + Electrical, mechanical or instrumentation maintenance, repair, and testing Additional job responsibilities: + Conducting tests and reporting data in the prescribed format, using predetermined methods, sequences, and setups to inspect or test specific equipment or products + Application of materials, appliqués, coatings, decals, primer, and paint The standard shift for this position is on the 4/10 schedule. Shift adjustments may be required with advanced notification. **Basic Qualifications for Flight Test Technician 4:** + High School Diploma or equivalent with 6 years industry-related experience + Must have a minimum of 4 years flight line maintenance experience + Ability to lift 30 lbs + Basic computer proficiency (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook) + Familiarity with Maintenance Data Collection systems (MES, FMT, CAMS, etc. + Requires ability to work any shift + Must be willing and able to work 4/10 schedule as primary + Must have an active DoD Secret clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) + Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. **Preferred Qualifications for Flight Test Technician 4:** + Current Federal Aviation Administration Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certification + 4+ years of aircraft maintenance experience + Developmental or Operational test experience + Back Shop maintenance experience + Familiarity with Configuration Management and/or Mission Assurance concepts + Demonstrated ability to lead and train lower-level employees Salary Range: $76,800.00 - $128,000.00 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.