Manufacturing Technician 3/4 - A Shift

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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, Space Systems, is currently seeking Manufacturing Technicians to work with our Case Value Stream Operations team. This position will be supporting Propulsion Systems Divisions to be hired and working in our Clearfield Freeport Center with the anticipation that the position will be transferred to report out of our Copper Crossing Value Stream location in Salt Lake City after training has concluded and the Case Prep operation is ready to commence. 

Role description & Responsibilities:

Primary assignment for this position is in Case Prep performing hands-on activities and tasks associated with the preparation of rocket motor chambers and components, mold assembly, powder embedment, chamber handling and shipping processes, and other duties as assigned by the leadership team. This position will require you to work as a team to positively influence and enhance the safety, quality, cost and schedule of our program.

Area specific essential functions, responsibilities and duties include, but are not limited to:

•  Ability to learn the skills and demonstrate the aptitude to safely and efficiently perform chamber preparation operations including hand buffing insulators, installation of the neck insulation and forward port adapters, installation of cork panels and applying cork potting, installing skirt hardware and handling harnesses, mixing and applying resins and adhesives, installation of casting mold assembly tooling and assisting with powder embedment operations. 
•  Ability to safely operate equipment associated with the Case Prep operations.
•  Ability to read, clearly interpret, and accurately follow procedures, standard work instructions, engineering drawings and specifications, ensuring all requirements are met
•  Certify to and sustain all Quality Manufacturing-to-Inspect (MTI) requirements associated with the area
•  Complete and sustain sound proficiencies in all required training, including skill based training
•  Ability to learn the skills and demonstrate the aptitude to safely and efficiently perform chamber moves with cranes, hand pallet jacks, and other powered equipment used in the area
•  Perform safe and competent operation of all hand tools, powered tools, tooling, powered equipment, lifting equipment, overhead cranes and other equipment utilized in area
•  As part of a handling team, demonstrate understanding and ability to safely perform spotting operations, execute directions of move director and performing duties of a move director
•  Physical ability to individually lift objects up to 50 pounds
•  Other duties as assigned by the leadership team.

Basic Qualifications:

This position can be filled at either a level 3 or level 4.

Experience Requirements for a Level 3:

•  High School Diploma or GED
•  4 years of related work experience
•  Physical ability to individually lift objects up to 50 pounds

Experience Requirements for a Level 4:

•  High School Diploma or GED 
•  6 years of related work experience 
•  Physical ability to individually lift objects up to 50 pounds

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 

Salary Range: $51,200.00 - $85,400.00Salary Range 2: $60,800.00 - $101,400.00

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.