RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
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.
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 a Senior Aircraft Wiring Technician for its Baltimore, MD location.
**PRIMARY FUNCTION: **
Responsible for fabricating, constructing, testing, troubleshooting and installing power and signal cable harnesses, electrical distribution boxes, and related avionics components on NGMS test‑bed aircraft. Work is to be performed from wiring schematics, block diagrams, rough outlines, and oral/written instructions in support of systems‑development and test activities.
WORKING PROCEDURE AND/OR RESPONSIBILITY ASSIGNED:
PERFORM WORK OF EQUAL OR LOWER SKILL LEVEL AS REQUIRED.
Fabrication and Assembly: Design/layout electrical boxes (power breakout, signal routing, terminal strips, fuses, circuit breakers, copper bus bars). Perform cutting, drilling, bending, strain‑relief, chafe protection, and over‑jacket routing of wire bundles. Mastery of connector crimping across all major connector systems (38999, 5015, Micro‑D, Ethernet, coaxial, etc.) and labeling using wire‑labelling equipment (e.g., Sumitomo or equivalent). Perform light sheet metal and aircraft fastener work related to the primary function.
Design Review: Actively participate and provide feedback in the design development cycle on wiring safety (hot‑pin hazards, overloads, environmental concerns) and ensure compliance with FAA AC 43.13‑1B Chapter 11.
Installation & Coordination: Install cables and components in aircraft; liaise with engineering, maintenance, inspection, and modification teams to track status and obtain quality verification.
Testing & Validation:Perform resistance, continuity, and “ring‑out” checks; validate assemblies against specifications.
Documentation & Reporting: Update work orders in Service Now Work Request system and/or CAMP and submit fabricated parts for inspection.Accurately document all fabrication and maintenance actions, inspections, and repairs in accordance with FAA regulations, company procedures, and quality standards.
Safety & Compliance: Follow company policies, Title 14 CFR (FAA) regulations, and applicable ASTM standards; wear required PPE and adhere to hangar safety practices. Demonstrate superior and careful workmanship at all times.
Other related responsibilities: Maintain the work area in clean, organized and professional manner with particular attention to safety.Support flight line activities and aircraft deployment activities as required.Responsible for safeguarding and maintaining company assets.
Physical demands: Ability to climb, twist, bend, crouch, stoop, kneel and crawl, move in tight quarters in and around aircraft.Ability to sit, stand and walk for extended periods.Capable of lifting, moving, pulling and pushing objects weighing up to 35 lbs.Manual dexterity required for fabricating wiring harnesses, cable routing, pinning, soldering and crimping activities.
Soft Skills: Ability to identify issues, analyze potential solutions, think critically and creatively, and take necessary steps to solve problems.Ability to foresee what needs to be accomplished to complete a project.Ability to identify key tasks and allocate time and resources effectively to generate positive outcomes.
This is an SEA Union represented position.
**This is a 1st Shift position. **
EDUCATION REQUIREMENT:
High School Diploma or recognized equivalent
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT:
Required:
5 years related experience
Ability to obtain DoD Secret clearance
Preferred:
10 years related experience
FAA Airframe & Powerplant Certificate (or FAA Airframe Certificate)
FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
ASTM Aircraft Electronics Technician (AET) Certificate at Master or Journeyman level or equivalent industry certification
IPC-A-610 and IPC/WHMA-A-620 Certifications
Experience with FAA Advisory Circular 43.13-1B Chapter 11
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.