Aircraft Low Observable Mechanic 4

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 Aeronautics Systems has an opening for an Aircraft Low Observable Mechanic 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. This position will be located in Edwards AFB, CA. The selected candidate will be assigned as a general mechanic specializing in Low Observables (LO). This position is 100% on-site at Edwards AFB, CA. Key Responsibilities: Oversee all aspects of aircraft LO outer mold line structures, materials, and applications. Mix and apply paints and coatings to proper spraying consistency. Maintain high accuracy in the documentation and reporting of surface preparation, coating applications, and testing. Maintain and update aircraft records. Interpret and use various test equipment and works from wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, job guides, and maintenance manuals. Obtain special certifications (example: confined space, borescope, etc.) as locally required. Assist with on-the-job (OJT) training for team members and partner aircraft maintenance personnel. Performs other duties as assigned by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager. The selected Candidate must be willing to work various shifts depending on the business needs, including, but not limited to: 4x10 schedule (Mon-Thurs) 1st shift; 4x10 (Mon-Thurs) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sa, Su) 2nd shift; 3x10 schedule (Fri, Sa, Su) 1st shift. Basic Qualifications: Must have a High School diploma or equivalent AND a minimum of 6 years of aircraft Low Observables experience including application and repair of low observable coatings and composite or metallic structures. Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance or higher (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation). Must have ability to obtain and maintain Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs. Must have ability to work any shift as directed by the Aircraft Maintenance Manager. Preferred Qualifications: Aircraft modifications and maintenance experience. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, and technical data. Able to interpret/translate instructions to mechanics/technicians. Experience with Safety, Tool Control, Foreign Object Debris (FOD), Supply, HAZMAT, Training, Quality, and Security Programs. Execution of sanding, stripping, testing, masking and other preparation tasks.