EA-18G Aircraft Mechanic

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret

TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Northrop Grumman is looking for an Aircraft Mechanic with experience on the EA‑18G Growler aircraft. This effort will support a modification program at NAS Whidbey Island (Oak Harbor) Washington where the EA‑18G Aircraft Mechanic will be responsible for Organizational Level (O level) support.

• Understanding pre / post flight activities and inspections
• Performing maintenance operations on F‑18 aircraft, aircraft equipment, engines, components, and systems in accordance with all applicable directives.
• Performs a variety of operations of aircraft tear‑down and build‑up to include assembly and disassembly of components, rudders, flaps, stabilizers, and other associated flight controls.
• 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.
• Measures parts with micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
• May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.

• Have at least 3 years of EA‑18G experience and familiarity with inspections, servicing, troubleshooting, removals, and repairs.
• Must have an active DoD Secret or Top Secret clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation).
• 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.
• This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 35 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.

• Strong preference to candidates who have supported U.S. Navy F‑18 or EA‑18G squadrons on deployment.
• Must obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Primary Level Salary Range: $60,500.00 - $

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.

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

U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.