Line Maintenance Technician 3 (SkillBridge)
Northrop Grumman
At a glance
Line Maintenance Technician 3 (SkillBridge) with Northrop Grumman in California-Woodland Hills, paying $59,300–$98,900 a year ($28.51–$47.55 an hour). Posted Aug 25, 2026.
- Pay
- $59,300–$98,900 a year ($28.51–$47.55 an hour)
- Location
- California-Woodland Hills
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Employer
- Northrop Grumman (government contractor)
- Posted
- Aug 25, 2026
- Who can apply
- U.S. citizens; Secret clearance required
Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: No
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.
As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation's military personnel
navigate their next chapter in
to civilian careers. Approximately
20%
of Northrop Grumman's
10
0,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than
2,0
00 are reservists.
The Northrop Grumman
Skill
B
ridge Program
is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.
29. The
p
rogram is an opportunity for service members
preparing for civilian careers
to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days.
The
Skill
B
ridge
Program is open to all ranks and experience levels.
SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members
.
Responsibilities for
SkillBridge Program participation
are:
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman -
SkillBridge Program
(
SkillBridge
)
utilizing
the DoDI guidance for
SkillBridge
.
Through this program
, the service-
member
will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an
entry to mid
-level career path
.
The service
member
will be on
the job
training
supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week. Outlined below are the Goals,
Objectives
, and Outcomes for the program.
Goals
-
Provid
e separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service
.
This program is specifically designed to offer
hands-on
experience
that
result
in the potential to
convert
to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training.
Participants
will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.
Objectives
- Service Members who complete the
SkillBridge
program will be
highly trained
, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission "Defining Possible" on Day 1. This program provides
comprehensive
hands-on
experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.
Outcome
- Offer
service-members preparing for civilian careers
a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.
SkillBridge
Eligibility:
Has served at least 180 days on active duty
Is within
12 months
of separation or retirement
Will receive an honorable discharge
Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
Has attended or
participated
in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
Received Unit Commander
(
first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command)
written authorization and approval to
participate
in
SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.
#MPR
Before Applying
IMPORTANT
- Please SkillBridge Prescreen
by
Joining the Military / Veteran Talent Network
Job Description:
Performs installation, maintenance, and repairs on line manufacturing equipment. Locates and diagnoses failures, replaces defective components, and performs basic troubleshooting using standard electronic equipment, detailed drawings, diagrams, sketches, specifications, prints, manuals, and verbal and/or written instructions. Maintains appropriate maintenance and repair logs. Uses a variety of hand, power, and test tools and equipment. May redesign optical, vacuum, electrical, electronic, or mechanical systems for incorporation on existing manufacturing equipment. May estimate labor and equipment costs and prepare requisitions as required.
Basic Qualifications
:
High School Diploma/GED with 2+ years of industry-related experience
Experience working with electronics and test equipment
MS Office experience
Willing to work a flexible work schedule that includes extended shifts, may include holidays, and weekends as required
US Citizenship required
Preferred Qualifications:
Active Secret clearance.
Advanced education in electronics, electronic testing, electronic troubleshooting
Developmental or operational test experience.
4 years or more of industry-related testing and troubleshooting experience.
Experience with ESD (electrostatic discharge) and FOD (foreign object damage) control.
Primary Level Salary Range: $59,300.00 - $98,900.00
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.
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.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED with 2+ years of industry-related experience Experience working with electronics and test equipment MS Office experience Willing to work a flexible work schedule that includes extended shifts, may include holidays, and weekends as required US Citizenship required
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