technician

Manufacturing Technician 1/2 full_time

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Manufacturing Technician 1/Manufacturing Technician 2

Northrop Grumman, Space Systems, is seeking a Manufacturing Technician 1/2 to join our team. This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located in Promontory, UT. 

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Follows established planning or procedures.

  • Demonstrated understanding of machine and related motion to evaluate movement, controls, heat/cooling during operation, to form a solid billet.

  • Sets up and operates press cure equipment – PLC or manual controlled. 

  • Must understand machine fault codes and related mechanical/electrical relationship as it relates to the operation of the machine. 

  • Makes operator-controlled repairs as required. 

  • Works with several types of adhesives and adjoining systems. 

  • Must pass all job-specific or specialized certification programs required for core tasks or specialized assignments.

  • Must be willing to work swing shift on occasion.

  • Must be willing to perform work on weekends and holidays as required.

  • Must be willing to work overtime as required.

Basic Qualifications:

This position can be filled at either a level 1 or level 2.

Basic Qualifications for a level 1:  

  • 0 to 2 years of manufacturing (product assembly) experience.

  • Able to work a physically demanding day (stand for long periods; work from your knees; ascend and descend ladders; lift, bend, twist push and pull up to 50 lbs.).

  • Able to read, comprehend and follow established written instructions without deviation.

  • Perform basic math and measurement functions.

  • Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

  • High School diploma or equivalent required

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen 

Basic Qualifications for a level 2:  

  • 2+ years of manufacturing (product assembly) experience.

  • Able to work a physically demanding day (stand for long periods; work from your knees; ascend and descend ladders; lift, bend, twist push and pull up to 50 lbs.).

  • Able to read, comprehend and follow established written instructions without deviation.

  • Perform basic math and measurement functions.

  • Must be able to obtain a secret clearance.

  • High School diploma or equivalent required

  • Must be a U.S. Citizen 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Operating industrial equipment such as cranes, forklifts, precision measuring instruments and hand tools. 

  • Previous experience working with sewing machines.

  • Makes operator-controlled repairs as required.  

Additional Requirements:

  • Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA)

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

  • Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

  • 401k

  • Educational Assistance

  • Life Insurance

  • Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

  • Paid Time Off

  • Health & Wellness Resources

  • Employee Discounts 

This position’s standard work schedule is a 4/10.

Salary Range: $36,300.00 – $60,500.00Salary Range 2: $43,100.00 – $71,900.00

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.

Employees may be eligible for 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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.

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