Composite Bonder Technician 1

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 24,039 - 40,074; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

Job summary

A leading aerospace company is seeking a Composite Bonder Technician 1 in Clearfield, UT. This entry-level position involves operating under supervision, interpreting blueprints, and working with bonding materials. The candidate doesn't need prior aircraft experience, and extensive training will be provided. A high school diploma or GED and physical adaptability are required. Compensation ranges from $17.45 to $29.09 per hour.

Qualifications

• Candidates must pass medical evaluations for respirator clearance.
• Flexibility to work shifts including weekends is necessary.
• No previous knowledge or work history on aircraft is required.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Operate autoclave, hydraulic presses, and ovens for bonding cycles.
• Sand, burs, and smooth areas; apply sealing resins to edges.

Skills

Ability to perform physically demanding tasks

Understanding of ply orientations

Ability to read and interpret blueprints

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Composite Bonder Technician 1

Apply locations

United States-Utah-Clearfield

Time type

Full time

Posted on

Posted 12 Days Ago

Job requisition id

R10204039

Relocation assistance

Relocation assistance may be available

Clearance type

Secret

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.

Our Aeronautics Systems sector is currently seeking a Composite Bonder level 1 to join our operations team, located in Clearfield, UT, working on bonds of dissimilar materials (composite, metal, or laminate) assemblies, parts, skins, components, equipment or structures into semi-finished or finished products.

Please note: Only external candidates and NG employees who are not currently aircraft structures mechanics at the Clearfield site will be considered.

Position Requirements:

This position requires no previous knowledge or work history working on aircraft. The candidate will undergo up to 6 weeks of training. Post-training, they will work under close supervision with detailed instructions and performance checks.

What you’ll get to do:

• Read and interpret blueprints.
• Lay out articles, cut parts or materials to size, and apply bonding agents.
• Understand ply orientations and vacuum bagging processes.
• Operate autoclave, hydraulic presses, and ovens for bonding cycles.
• Control heat, pressure, and timing conditions according to specifications.
• Sand, burs, and smooth areas; apply sealing resins to edges.
• Monitor and verify product quality.
• Complete repairs on bonded products following inspection and rework instructions.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED
• DoD Secret Security Clearance (applicants can apply without it)
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks including lifting over 25 pounds, working with chemicals, overhead work, climbing ladders, kneeling, bending, and tool carrying
• Ability to access small, confined spaces and work in enclosed environments
• Flexibility to work shifts including weekends
• Pass medical/respiratory evaluations for respirator clearance
• Pass a physical and complete new hire training as required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of AFAB Certification (various modules)
• Experience with hydraulic parts, aircraft fabrication, assemblies, components, or systems in aerospace or related fields
• Active DoD Secret Clearance within the last six years
• Experience with structural subassemblies (rudders, flaps, stabilizers)

Salary range: $17.45 - $29.09 per hour. Compensation factors include responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, savings plans, paid holidays, and PTO. The application period is approximately 20 days from posting, subject to change.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. Citizenship required for positions with government clearance.

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