P-3 SCA Avionics Technician III / SCA Electronics Tech III

Requisition ID : R10159202

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 experienced personnel with P-3 aircraft background to join us as SCA Aircraft Avionics Technician III.

You will support a contingent maintenance program with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) in Lake Charles, LA.

The CBP P-3 fleet consists of Airborne Early Warning (AEW) and Long Range Tracker (LRT) high-endurance, all-weather, tactical turbo-prop aircraft.

The AEW aircraft are utilized primarily for long-range patrols along the entire U.S. border, and in source and transit zone countries.

The LRT aircraft are used to intercept, track airborne and surface threats in source and transit zone countries. The P-3 aircraft are equipped with state-of-the-art, highly sophisticated sensor equipment, i.

e., radar, electro-optical and infrared (EO / IR) detecting systems.

This is a Service Contract Act position.

Duties include :

Installs and troubleshoots avionics systems wiring in aircraft in accordance with technical specifications, engineering instructions, and FAA regulations.

Fabricates, installs and tests installation, routing, clamping and wiring harnesses. Reads wiring diagrams and blueprints.

Set up, operate ground support, and test equipment to perform functional flight tests of electrical and electronic systems.

Lay out installation of aircraft assemblies and systems, following documentation such as blueprints, manuals, and wiring diagrams.

Able to demonstrate proficiency in schematic interpretation and electronics test equipment.

Comply with all established general and industrial safety rules and regulations as applicable to the contract, facility and job assignment.

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Basic Qualifications :

A minimum of 7 years of documented aircraft avionics experience and a High School diploma or equivalent; A two year college degree with aircraft avionics specialty OR documented military classroom avionics training and a minimum of 5 years of documented aircraft avionics experience

Ability to complete aircraft modifications, following statement of work, schematics, and engineering dispositions.

Ability to be subject to a variety of physical conditions.

Ability to wear respirator or other safety gear.

Ability to be subject to areas which could cause various phobias due to height or closed spaces.

Ability to obtain / maintain a DHS CBP Background Investigation; interim CBP investigation is required to start

Preferred Qualifications :

Current DOD Secret Security Clearance

Aircraft electrical experience with P3 aircraft

Completion of U.S. aircraft electrician course

Familiarity with the Naval Aviation Maintenance Program (NAMP) or equivalent

Salary Range : $34 - $38The 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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.