Electronic Technician ; 4th Shift

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret

TRAVEL:
No

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.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security. We have a wide portfolio of secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies. Our differentiated battle management and cyber solutions deliver timely, mission-enabling information and provide superior situational awareness and understanding to protect the U.S. and its global allies.

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an experienced Test Technician in Microelectronics to support advanced Radio Frequency (RF) hardware for high-reliability defense applications based in Rolling Meadows, IL.

This role focuses on testing, tuning, and extensive troubleshooting of RF microelectronics circuits and assemblies (e.g., RF filters, amplifiers, and related RF components), often working for extended periods under a microscope on small-form-factor microelectronics.

This is a 4th shift position, working from 6am to 6:30pm Friday, Saturday, and Sunday (You will work 36 hours but will be paid for 40). Training will be conducted during 1st shift hours.

• Set up, operate, and calibrate RF test equipment (e.g., network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power meters) to test RF microelectronics circuits, modules, and assemblies.
• Execute established test procedures to measure RF performance parameters (gain, noise figure, VSWR, linearity, power output, phase, etc.) across specified frequency bands.
• Perform extensive troubleshooting at the circuit and component level on RF microelectronics hardware, including RF filters, amplifiers, MMICs, and related components.
• Support tuning and optimization of RF circuits and microelectronics assemblies to meet performance specifications.
• Read and interpret detailed schematics, assembly drawings, work instructions, and data sheets to perform test and debug activities.
• Accurately record test data, results, and nonconformances in production travelers and electronic systems (e.g., SAP or other ERP/Manufacturing Execution Systems); create quality notifications or defect records as required.
• Use Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) to document test results, compile reports, and communicate status.
• Follow ESD (electrostatic discharge), FOD (foreign object damage), cleanliness, and handling procedures for sensitive microelectronics; support work in controlled or cleanroom environments as required.
• Work routinely with and under a microscope, using good manual dexterity to handle, inspect, and troubleshoot small microelectronic components and assemblies.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and manufacturing teams to resolve test issues, support root‑cause analysis, and contribute to yield, quality, and process-improvement initiatives.
• Adhere to all safety, security,…