3rd SHIFT Autoclave Manufacturing Technician 2/3

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.

An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, Mission Enabling Products (MEP) is a leading designer, producer, and supplier of spacecraft components that power and enable satellites of all classes. Products include spacecraft panels, bus structures, precision optical structures, deployable structural systems and mechanisms, solar arrays, and antenna reflectors. Our products are on virtually every U.S. satellite built in the last 20 years.

Learn more about MEP at our website: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space/spacecraft-components/.

The Mission Enabling Products organization is seeking an Autoclave Manufacturing Technician for our 3rd shift (8:00 pm - 5:30 am) to assist an experienced team of technicians to perform cure operation on one or more spacecraft systems or subsystems. This position will pay 15% differential per hour.

This position will be located in the San Diego, CA.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Loading/unloading tools and parts in autoclave
• Maintaining autoclave and oven tools (i.e.: hoses and thermocouples)
• Reading/understanding cure charts
• Troubleshooting issues (i.e.: leaking bag and vessel not heating)
• Inspecting bags prior to cure for potential problems
• Adjusting cures
• Handling and managing fragile composite materials.
• Bond, prep and bonding of composite structures.
• May report status/progress and interface with other employees and departments
• Tooling preparation and release application.
• Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, rulers, and tape measures for fabricating hardware.
• Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness.
• Execute written instructions.
• Written and verbal communication skills

Basic Qualifications:

Level 2

• High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a composites/manufacturing environment (space/satellite structures, aerospace manufacturing environment preferred) and/or specialized education included in or post HS such as an applicable certification or AA degree.
• 1+ years of experience with autoclaves/ovens
• Mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail required.
• Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and highly motivated for quality excellence.
• Able to read, write and follow written instructions in English.
• Proficient use of basic arithmetic.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must have Basic computer skills.
• Excels in a team environment.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to be standing upright for up to 8+ hours each day.
• Ability to work Overtime and Weekends as needed.
• Experience with operating forklift a plus
• US Citizen

Level 3

• High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of 4 years of experience in a composites/manufacturing environment (space/satellite structures, aerospace manufacturing environment preferred) and/or specialized education included in or post HS such as an applicable certification or AA degree.
• 1+ years of experience with autoclaves/ovens
• Mechanical aptitude and strong attention to detail required.
• Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and highly motivated for quality excellence.
• Able to read, write and follow written instructions in English.
• Proficient use of basic arithmetic.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must have Basic computer skills.
• Excels in a team environment.
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to be standing upright for up to 8+ hours each day.
• Ability to work Overtime and Weekends as needed.
• Experience with operating forklift a plus
• US Citizen

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a lead capacity

Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $83,300.00Salary Range 2: $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.