Northrop Grumman Australia · 16 hours ago
Test Analyst - 4th Shift
United States-Maryland-Elkridge
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$51K/yr - $122K/yr
2+ years expNorthrop Grumman is a leading provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security, seeking a Test Analyst to join their 4th Shift Life Cycle Sustainment Organization in Elkridge, MD. The role involves conducting technical analysis, troubleshooting systems, and collaborating with customers and internal teams to ensure product performance and compliance with specifications.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Conducts technical analysis of product implementations, modifications, and enhancements in accordance with customer specifications
Install, calibrate, and maintain electronic communication equipment at various customer sites
Troubleshoots and resolves technical problems remotely and in a field environment and makes recommendations for corrective action
Communicates with internal and external customers, Program Managers, and executives
Construct, test, operate, analyze, and modify complex systems
Aids in the creation and modification of technical publications and procedures
Plan, layout, develop and construct experimental and prototype devices and test equipment working with very general incomplete information
Perform tests and measurements on complex devices, assemblies, and systems
Perform initial procedural tests on new and/or changed equipment, make modifications as required, record and analyze data, and supply reports and test specifications
Troubleshoot complete, complex systems and/or complete test set-ups to locate and repair defective areas
Recommend empirical design changes on components, units, and systems
Accurately identify operational problems, difficulties and deficiencies and suggest operational changes to improve timeliness, efficiency, and performance
Demonstrate proper techniques for testing, modifying, and maintaining assigned equipment
Develop methods and techniques for effectively monitoring various tests on a systems level
Determine what effect engineering changes will have on the total system and initiate action necessary to ensure compatibility
Provide information, guidance, training and direction to lower classified personnel, and internal/ external customers
Perform computer and network administration duties on small and medium scale computer systems
Troubleshoot small network problems and provide training and instruction to users or computer and network systems
Make design change recommendations to improve producibility and maintainability
Provide customer and management with status reports showing percent complete and estimated completion dates
Work with Management in quoting new and follow-on work using experience and knowledge of assembly processes
Work from various forms of documentation such as engineering drawings, sketches, and engineering change notes, and frequently from verbal information
Check work for compliance to drawing specifications and configurations periodically during the assembly process
Analyze and evaluate electronic assembly operations utilizing knowledge and experience to resolve problems
Make recommendations to program and management personnel for process improvements
Work with engineers on design problems in developing units and in making design changes which will improve performance of unit
Perform complete mechanical assembly of various basic units and assemblies to established procedures
Perform necessary fitting, aligning, and adjusting to drawing specifications
Install Heli-coils, rivets, swage nuts to panels, etc. Layout and drill holes, counter bore, saw, cut out and the like
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or GED with 4 years of experience working in an electronic or technical field or an Associate's Degree with 2 years of experience working in an electronic or technical field
Experienced with computers, test applications, PC maintenance network requirements, TCP/IP or other protocols, and small computer or network administration
Experience working with electronic and computer principles and techniques
Experience with networks, network protocols, and computer system administration
Experience with wiring, assembling and testing LRUs and SRUs
Experience reading engineering drawings and schematics
Experienced troubleshooting down to the component level
Experience using a variety of hand tools including crimpers and strippers
Experience working with limited resources, documentation, or engineering support
Experience working with computers and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
Experience working in a variety of environmental conditions including high and/or confined spaces, damp dusty locations, freezing or hot conditions
Experience lifting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, balancing, walking, and standing
Ability to lift, carry, move, and use equipment up to 50lbs
Ability and willingness to travel up to 50% of the time and work a flexible schedule that may include overnights and/or weekend support
Must possess a valid Driver's License with no suspensions or restrictions
A current/active DOD Secret Clearance is required
U.S. citizenship is required
Must pass pre-employment skills assessment
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in a STEM field
Experienced with Military electronic/technical environments
Experience with SAP and GOLD
Experience working with the FAA, DoD or other government agency
Benefits
Health Plan
Savings Plan
Paid Time Off
Education Assistance
Training and Development
9/80 Work Schedule (where available)
Company
Northrop Grumman Australia
Northrop Grumman Australia is the Australia-based arm of Northrop Grumman Corporation and committed to generating long-term prosperity, investing in advanced Research & Development, sovereign and exportable Intellectual Property, high-quality jobs and long-term technology leadership across the Commonwealth.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase