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Aerospace & Defense, Government Contracting, Technology

Manufacturing Technician – Level 3

Utcld14, UTOnsiteFull Timelevel 3$57,200–$87,900 /yrPosted 18 days ago

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Required skills

  • Secret clearance
  • U.S. Citizenship
  • bending
  • stooping
  • kneeling
  • carrying tools
  • accessing small, confined spaces
  • any shift

Nice to have

  • aerospace manufacturing
  • Secret level clearance

Role summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Manufacturing Technician – Level 3 to join their Manufacturing Operations Organization at their Clearfield, UT site. This role requires a hands-on professional with exceptional attention to detail and a strong commitment to quality. Responsibilities include reading and understanding blueprints, translating them into fabrications of structural assemblies using precision tools, performing part-fitting operations, measuring parts with precision tools, and potentially modifying assemblies to incorporate changes. The technician will use manufacturing shop controls and systems daily and recommend continuous improvement activities. A High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 4 years of experience in an aerospace, automotive, military, manufacturing, or maintenance environment are required. The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level clearance is mandatory, requiring U.S. Citizenship. The role involves moderate strenuous physical work and the ability to work any shift.

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: 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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future. 


In this position, you will join our Manufacturing Operations Organization within our Aeronautics Systems sector as a Manufacturing Technician – Level 3 supporting our Clearfield, UT site. We’re seeking a hands-on professional with exceptional attention to detail, a strong commitment to quality, and outstanding interpersonal skills. 


This position may be filled at varying shift times including weekdays, nights, and weekends (shift differential paid during eligible shifts). 


Please note: Only external candidates and NG employees who are not currently Manufacturing Techs at the Clearfield site may be considered under this requisition.

 
Essential Functions: 

  • Read and understand blueprints 
  • Translate blueprints into fabrications of structural assemblies to include precision drilling, countersinking, and the use of calibrated tools 
  • Aligning parts on jigs using templates and fixtures 
  • Performing part-fitting operations: filing sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming 
  • Measures parts with precision tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions 
  • May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedure 
  • Daily usage of manufacturing shop controls and systems 
  • Use of appropriate PPE when working on the shop floor 
  • Recommend and implement continuous improvement activities in production methods, equipment performance, and team effectiveness 

Basic Qualifications:  

  • High School Diploma/GED and a minimum of 4 years of experience in an aerospace, automotive, military, manufacturing and/or maintenance environment
  • This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 35 pounds, working overhead or at heights, and accessing small, confined spaces 
  • Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as defined by the company to meet its business needs. U.S. Citizenship required for clearance.
  • Must successfully complete and pass the “ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance” within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need 
  • Must have the ability to work any shift 

Preferred Qualifications:  

  • Current/active U.S. Government Secret level clearance 
  • Experience in aerospace manufacturing 
Primary Level Salary Range: $57,200.00 - $87,900.00The 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.

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