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Aerospace & Defense, Government Contracting, Technology

SCA Engineering Technician 3

Vayo01unk, VAOnsiteFull Time$26–$26 /hrPosted 10 days ago

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Required skills

  • Secret security clearance
  • Explosive Handler Physical
  • Windows Desktop OS
  • Office Product suite
  • ordnance
  • cable routing
  • cleaning
  • inspection

Nice to have

  • AA Degree
  • 2-year technical degree

Role summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Online Technician / SCA Engineering Technician 3 in Yorktown, Virginia, to support the MK-48 Intermediate Maintenance Activity (IMA) for the U.S. Navy’s Atlantic Fleet. This role involves performing maintenance actions, assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of MK-48 Heavyweight Torpedoes. Responsibilities include electrical & mechanical testing, cleaning, inspection, component repair, and safe handling of ordnance, all in accordance with US Navy instructions and computer-based job guides. The position requires a Secret security clearance and the ability to lift 30 lbs. and pass specific physical and screening tests related to explosive handling.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: YesCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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 an Online Technician / SCA Engineering Technician 3 to join our team in Yorktown, Virginia. This position 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 Online Technician will perform various maintenance actions using detailed procedures and will have oversight from a direct Manager. Key responsibilities include MK-48 torpedo assembly, testing and troubleshooting.

In this role you will be responsible for assembly and testing of MK-48 Torpedoes. The selected candidate will be expected to work both as an individual and as a team member to ensure system reliability and provide a last look of torpedoes at the facility. Examples of work to be performed are electrical & mechanical testing, cleaning & inspection, and joining of major components. All actions are to be performed in accordance with US Navy instructions.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Assembly, testing, and troubleshooting of MK-48 Heavyweight torpedoes
  • Troubleshooting / repairing component failures
  • Transport and safe handling of ordnance
  • Cable routing / installation
  • Meticulous cleaning and inspection of components
  • Achieve multiple qualifications
  • Follow governing computer-based job guides
  • Acquire and maintain CPR certification

Basic Qualifications:


  • High school Diploma or GED with at least 3 years' of hands-on experience in mechanical / electrical maintenance
  • U.S. citizen with an active Secret security clearance
  • Must be able to lift 30 lbs. and be able to 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 in fast paced environment
  • Ability to work occasional overtime
  • Ability to work onsite in Yorktown, VA

Preferred Qualifications:


  • AA Degree / 2-year technical degree
  • 2 plus years MK-48 torpedo experience or technical school certificate
  • Other related experience
Primary Level Salary Range: $26.00 - $26.00The 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.

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