Electronic Technician III

Northrop Grumman

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Work type: On-site
Location: Rolling Meadows, IL
Salary: $63,500–$105,900 / yr
Posted: 8 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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Similar $134k

This role $85k

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This role pays less than 93% of similar roles. Most pay $103,112–$164,625 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $85k versus about $134k for comparable roles.

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About Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman is a leading global aerospace and defense technology company providing systems in autonomous systems, cyber, C4ISR, space, strike, and logistics. Industry: Aerospace & Defense

Northrop Grumman currently has 367 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Electronic Technician III

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The Electronic Technician 3 (2nd Shift) joins the Northrop Grumman Mission Systems team to support the design, assembly, testing, and maintenance of advanced electronic systems for mission-critical applications. This role involves hands-on work with circuit boards and electronic assemblies while performing functional testing, troubleshooting, and repairs. Key responsibilities include operating specialized test stations for RF applications and TWT tuning, conducting automated MPM/TX testing, and executing procedures to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and military standards. The technician will perform root cause analysis of failures, maintain calibration records, and assist with environmental testing. Required skills and tools include proficiency in Microsoft Office, experience with data acquisition software, and the use of RF instruments such as Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, and Oscilloscopes. The role focuses on solving technical challenges within the aerospace and defense manufacturing domain.

Skills

RF TWT Tuning MPM/TX Testing Spectrum Analyzer Signal Generator Network Analyzer Oscilloscope Automated Test Systems Data Acquisition SAP Microsoft Office Circuit Boards ESD Protocols Root Cause Analysis Aerospace Manufacturing

What you'll do

Perform functional testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic systems and subassemblies.
Operate specialized test stations and equipment for RF applications and TWT tuning.
Execute automated testing and MPM/TX testing on advanced electronic components.
Record test data and ensure compliance with engineering specifications and military standards.
Maintain comprehensive test documentation and calibration records following safety and ESD protocols.
Conduct root cause analysis of test failures and implement corrective actions.
Assist with environmental testing and system-level verification of mission-critical hardware.

What we're looking for

High school diploma and relevant experience or an Associate’s degree in Electronics with experience.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Experience in military or aerospace manufacturing or depot environments.
Experience with RF applications, TWT tuning, automated testing, and MPM/TX testing.
Experience using RF test instruments such as Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Spectrum Analyzers, and Oscilloscopes.
Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work overtime on a second shift schedule.

Electronics Technician III

Northrop Grumman

Buffalo, NY 4 days ago $60,500–$100,900

4+ yrs exp

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