Engineering Technician 3/4

Company: Northrop Grumman
Location: Redondo Beach
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Space Systems is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. Northrop Grumman, Western Region Manufacturing and Operations has an opening for a Engineering Technician 3/4 to join our team of highly qualified and diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, CA . Specialty Test is looking to fill a Level 3/4 Engineering Technician to help support all aspects/disciplines of Environmental and Specialty Test. The selected candidate must possess excellent communication skills and exceptional abilities to work well within a diverse team. Preferred candidate should have Structural Test experience and a general understanding of the hardware and methodology employed during a large variety of different testing environments and scenarios. This is a very unique role that requires the candidate to exhibit proficiency in both electrical and mechanical facets involved with all testing functions interchangeably. Candidate must have proficient familiarity with operating and the basic concepts pertaining to data acquisition and load control hardware as well as related instrumentation such as: LVDTs, Strain Gages, String Pots, Load Cells, etc. The selected individual is expected to work for and under the direction of a senior level personnel, Engineers and or Engineering Manager. Candidate must possess the troubleshooting and interpersonal skills that will enable them to help manage statements of work and assignments in addition to mitigating issues within the entire Measurements team. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: Contribute to the development, fabrication and assembly of mechanical and electromechanical components, sub-assemblies, systems and test stands. Setup and operate Data Acquisition Systems, execute to test plans. Participate in talent cross training efforts and mentorship assignments. Ability to interpret Engineering drawings and fabricate/troubleshoot cable assemblies/harnesses with minimal to no oversight Experience integrating and calibrating transducers (strain gages, load cells, LVDTs, inclinometers, etc.) with data acquisition system to record deliverable data This position may require multiple shift operations and overtime work. Individual must be able to meet and maintain the specific process certifications to support daily task assignments. As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including: Medical, Dental & Vision coverage 401k Educational Assistance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions Paid Time Off Health & Wellness Resources Employee Discounts This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. Basic Qualifications (Level 3): High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required and minimum of 4 years’ relevant experience Experience in structural / flight test or an integration / R&D environment. Familiarity with Mechanical Engineering, Assembly and Test Operations department (standard) operating procedures/policies Capable of obtaining and maintaining Top Secret DoD and SCI within a timely manner Must be able to regularly lift up to 30 lb. Basic Qualifications (Level 4): High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (G.E.D) required and minimum of 6 years’ relevant experience Leadership experience, leading a crew, structural / flight test or an integration / R&D environment. Familiarity with Mechanical Engineering, Assembly and Test Operations department (standard) operating procedures/policies Capable of obtaining and maintaining Top Secret DoD and SCI within a timely manner Must be able to regularly lift up to 30 lb. Preferred Qualifications: Lead role experience, 7 years of testing experience including planning, set-up, and test execution. Extensive Hydraulic and Pneumatic system, set up and checkout experience. Extensive experience with strain gage installations and inter-bridge wiring configurations Experience with Fiber Optic Strain sensor fabrication, installation, and system operation Proficiency with general instrumentation, data acquisition, and load control set up and operation Ability to assess anomalies and develop resolutions in conjunction with Engineering. Ability to lead small-scale integration and test team including troubleshooting and modifying test sets to meet requirements Ability to adhere to necessary processes, procedures, and protocols. Ability to perform manual labor including but not limited to lifting and moving heavy test equipment, trench covers, often heavy cables and harnessing Desire to learn and assume multi-disciplined technician roles such as: instrumentation, mechanical setup, dynamic testing, environmental/thermal testing DoD Top Secret clearance and SCI Primary Level Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $111,000.00 Secondary Level Salary Range: $79,100.00 - $131,900.00 The 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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