E-6B IMMC SCA Aircraft Mechanic ; Avionics

Northrop Grumman is seeking a SCA Aircraft Mechanic 1 (Avionics) to support the maintenance program for the E-6B aircraft in Lake Charles, LA. This is a Service Contract Act position that is contingent upon funding and is available for any shift.

• Adjust, repair, or replace electrical wiring systems, components, and aircraft accessories.
• Perform preflight, thru‑flight, and post‑flight maintenance inspections.
• Read and interpret manufacturer and airline maintenance manuals, service bulletins, technical data, and engineering data to determine feasibility and method of repair or replacement.
• Enter maintenance records describing the work performed and verify that the work was completed satisfactorily.

• Troubleshoot malfunctions in aircraft electrical systems, structures, landing gear, flight surfaces and controls, anti‑icing, pneudraulic, engines, auxiliary power units, and ventilation/heating systems.
• Repair, replace, and rebuild aircraft functional components, including rigging, surface controls, plumbing, and hydraulic units, using hand tools, power tools, machines, and test equipment.
• Remove and reinstall engines, using hoist or forklift, disassembling and inspecting parts for wear, cracks, and other defects, and repairing or replacing defective engine parts.
• Perform miscellaneous service duties such as flushing crankcase, cleaning filters, greasing moving parts, and checking brakes.
• Conduct 100‑hour, progressive, isochronal, phase, periodic, and other hourly or calendar inspections on reciprocating and jet engines.
• Inspect turbine blades and engine components for cracks, distortion, corrosion, and damage; use testing equipment to locate sources of malfunction.
• Participate in jacking, towing, and line‑station servicing of aircraft.
• Carry out short‑overhaul repairs and keep aircraft in safe operating condition.

• High School Diploma or equivalent (GED) with a minimum of 2 years of experience.
• Ability to work in an approved environment during specified hours.
• Physical aptitude for travel and relocation, and ability to wear respirator or other safety gear.
• Comfortable working in environments that may cause phobias due to height or closed spaces.

• A&P License.
• Prior E‑6B/707 aircraft experience.
• Ability to obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance.
• Experience performing major aircraft modifications.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For EEO and pay transparency statements, visit Northrop Grumman EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.