Cable & Harness Technician 3 - Space/Satellite

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Cable & Wire Harness Technician, where you will play a crucial role in the fabrication and assembly of complex space flight cable and harness assemblies. This position offers an opportunity to work in a professional environment focused on quality and precision, ensuring adherence to government specifications and workmanship standards. You will collaborate with a talented team of engineers and planners, contributing to innovative aerospace projects. If you are detail-oriented, self-motivated, and eager to make a significant impact in the aerospace industry, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance.
• Experience in aerospace industry manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fabrication and assembly of complex Space flight cable and harness assemblies.
• Work with a team including Manufacturing Engineers and Quality Assurance Representatives.

Skills

Soldering

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

4 years additional education and/or related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

TipQA

Costpoint

Windchill

MES

Creo

Job description

Requisition ID: R10176733

• Category: Manufacturing and Production

• Location: Gilbert, Arizona, United States of America

• Clearance Type: None

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: No

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Cable & Wire Harness Technician 3 to support our Tactical Space Systems Division located in Gilbert, AZ. This position entails the fabrication and assembly of complex Space flight cable and harness assemblies from drawings, schematics, wire lists, or engineering sketches in conformance with government specifications and workmanship standards. Assembly is performed in a professional atmosphere in an ESD and FOD awareness area. Daily work attire includes lab coat and latex gloves at all times. Regular use of soldering iron, tweezers, heat gun, and other common hand tools.

Responsibilities/Duties:

• Capable and experienced in working in a broad-based manufacturing environment.
• Technician will work with a team including Manufacturing Engineers, Technical Writers, Quality Assurance Representatives, and Production Planners. Technician will report to the Manufacturing Manager.
• Must work well alone and within a team environment.
• Must possess good problem-solving skills, organizational skills, communication skills, and work with limited supervision.
• Must be a self-starter, self-motivated, and a team player.
• Must have the ability to focus and have a strong attention to detail.
• No heavy lifting required, equal standing and sitting with some reaching.

Basic Qualifications:

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance.
• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Ability to work with Microsoft Office products and process documentation.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Aerospace Industry manufacturing experience.
• Experience with TipQA, Costpoint, Windchill, MES, Creo.
• A strong understanding of wiring processes, crimping, splicing, wire routing, and assembly techniques as it applies to IPC standard harness assembly operations.
• Familiarization with ESD, FOD, 5S, and Tool Control required.
• Preference to candidates with NASA J-STD and/or IPC 620 certifications w/ Space Addendums.

Salary Range: $54,400 - $90,600

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. 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.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.