Cable & Wire Harness Technician 2 - Space/Satellite - Second Shift

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering company where you can make history as a Cable & Wire Harness Technician. This role involves fabricating and assembling complex space flight cable and harness assemblies in a professional environment. You'll collaborate with a team of engineers and quality assurance professionals, ensuring adherence to government specifications and high workmanship standards. If you are detail-oriented, self-motivated, and passionate about contributing to revolutionary systems that impact lives, this opportunity is perfect for you. Embrace the chance to grow in a culture that values intellectual curiosity and innovation.

Benefits

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Company paid holidays

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Must obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance.
• Experience in aerospace industry manufacturing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble complex Space flight cable and harness assemblies.
• Work with a team including Engineers and Quality Assurance Representatives.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

2 years additional education and/or related experience

Tools

Soldering iron

Tweezers

Heat gun

Common hand tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Requisition ID: R10177598

• Category: Manufacturing and Production

• Location: Gilbert, Arizona, United States of America

• Clearance Type: None

• Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position

• Shift: 2nd Shift (United States of America)

• Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time

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 is seeking a Cable & Wire Harness Technician 2 - Second Shift 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 a 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 2 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: $45,800 - $76,300

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.

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. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.