Flight Test Technician 2/3-Active Secret Clearance Required
Quick Summary
Assist in the development, fabrication and assembly of mechanical and electromechanical components, sub-assemblies, systems and full scale test stands Devise, fabricate,
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Flight Test Technician 2/3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals under our Specialty Test Team. This role will be located onsite in Palmdale, CA.
- 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thurs) 1st shift; 5am-3:30pm
- 4X10 (Mon-Thurs) 2nd shift; 3pm-1:30am
- 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sa, Su) 1st shift; 5am-3:30pm
- 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sa, Su) 2nd shift; 3pm-1:30am
Responsibilities
~1 min read- →Assist in the development, fabrication and assembly of mechanical and electromechanical components, sub-assemblies, systems and full scale test stands
- →Devise, fabricate, and assemble new or modified mechanical components or assemblies
- →Load train assembly and various of structural testing devices to measure push/pull force and stress
- →Participate in the development and documentation of sub-system and system test methodology
- →Execute testing in accordance with direction provided by senior technician/engineering staff
- →Maintain compliance with operational as well as Environmental Safety and Health directives
- →Plan, organize and execute at task level
- →Participate in training efforts and maintaining 100% compliant with all certification requirements
- →Required ability to be certified for a half & full face respirator
- →Adhere to all required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety guidelines and regulations
- →Work and communicate over ambient noise
- →Work in a variety of work spaces/positions. Work spaces may include but are not limited to small, enclosed spaces, awkward, and elevated spaces. Positions may include bending, twisting, kneeling, crawling, ascending/descending ladders, and/or working overhead.
- →Ability to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends
What We Offer
~2 min readAt Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation -- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our inclusive, family environment, phenomenal learning opportunities, and exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare and a great 401K matching program!
Primary Level Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $93,400.00Secondary Level Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $111,000.00The 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.Requirements
~2 min read- High School Diploma/GED and 2-years of related experience
- Related experience would include but not limited to Flight test, metal/iron work, welding, structures, hydraulic parts, assemblies, components, manufacturing electrical and/or systems.
- Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead
- Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environments
- Must have an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher clearance, with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation
- The ability to obtain Special Programs Access (SAP) prior to the commencement of employment, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business need.
- High School Diploma/GED and 4-years of related experience
- Related experience would include but not limited to Flight test, metal/iron work, welding, structures, hydraulic parts, assemblies, components, manufacturing electrical and/or systems.
- Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, and working overhead
- Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environments
- Must have an active U.S. Government Secret Clearance or higher clearance, with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation
- The ability to obtain Special Programs Access (SAP) prior to the commencement of employment, within a reasonable amount of time as determined by the company to meet its business need.
- Aviation experience
- Active Program Access (PAR)
- AA degree or other two-year technical degree or Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) license
- 4 years of structural testing experience, set-up through test execution
- Demonstrated technical knowledge in manufacturing operations and procedures as it pertains to mechanical assembly, harnessing with a high attention to detail
- Familiarity with Northrop Grumman Corporation processes
- Comprehension with reading drawings, process specification, and work order instructions
- Proficient in use of precision measuring instruments
- Forklift/crane/boom lift certified
Location & Eligibility
About this job
- Pay per year
- $56,000–$93,400 a year
- 19% above the $62,712 median for Production Technician jobs on Jobera (379 salaries).
- Posted
- 1 day ago
Listing Details
- Posted
- October 14, 2026
- First seen
- October 14, 2026
- Last seen
- October 15, 2026
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- 0
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- Trust Level
- 63%
- Scored at
- October 15, 2026
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