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Northrop Grumman · 1 month ago

F-18 Electrical Avionics Technician 3 - R10213940

Oak Harbor, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$59K/yr - $98K/yr

4+ years exp

Northrop Grumman is a leading aerospace and defense technology company, seeking an EA-18G Aircraft Electrician to support the electrical systems of F-18 aircraft. The role involves performing maintenance operations, troubleshooting technical problems, and providing guidance to other technicians.

AerospaceData IntegrationManufacturingRemote SensingSecurity

Growth Opportunities

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Understanding pre / post flight activities and inspections

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

Ability to read and interpret wiring schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, etc

Able to setup and use a torque wrench and use common hand tools such as: wrenches, safety wire pliers, etc

Able to operate specialty tools such as crimpers, multimeters, M1 meters, Air data test sets, pin extractors

Able to remove, replace, and function check aircraft components and assemblies

Knowledgeable in wire repair, splicing, soldering and wire bundling

Able to disassemble, pin and de-pin connectors

Maintain electrical and instrument systems, including power generation, conversion, and distribution

Inspect and maintain aircraft batteries and electrical components

Maintain interior and exterior lighting on the aircraft

Handle electrical control of aircraft systems, including hydraulics, landing gear, utilities, and power plant engines

Supervision of automatic flight control and stabilization systems

Detailing aircraft compass systems, altitude reference systems, and inertial navigational systems

The successful candidate will demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of all Aircraft electrical and navigation systems aboard the aircraft and will be tasked to troubleshoot and resolve technical problems encountered

You may also be called upon to also provide technical advice, training, and troubleshooting assistance to “O” Level technicians

You should be familiar with IETM’s and Wire Illuminator, as well as the NAMP 4790 and applicable NAVAIR technical publications

As required, you may be required to generate written reports for management in support of any contractual obligations

Qualification

Electrical systems maintenanceWiring schematics interpretationAircraft component troubleshootingTorque wrench usageElectrical control systemsTechnical manuals knowledgePhysical staminaSafety complianceWritten communication skills

Required

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of 4 years experience

Must have an active DoD Secret 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 familiarity with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs

Must have comprehensive written and verbal English communication skills

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