Composite Prototype Tech 1/2

Northrop Grumman; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Magna, UT is hiring a Composite Prototype Technician (Level 1 or Level 2) to support the Carbon/Carbon manufacturing of 3D components using weaving machines and high temperature autoclaves.

This onsite role requires night shifts, lifting up to 50 lbs, and eligibility for a security clearance. Level 1 is 0–2 years; Level 2 is 2–4 years; related technical education is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent; 0 years to more depending on level.
• Associates degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate 3D composite weaving machines and Densification Autoclaves.
• Monitor machinery to ensure weaving meets plans and procedures.
• Safe handling of hazardous waste materials for disposal.
• Maintain quality per SPC and design specifications.
• Support process improvement and cost/scheduling initiatives.

Skills

Composite materials

3D weaving

Autoclave operation

Quality control

Safety procedures

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associates degree or Technical Certificate

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

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.

Composite Prototype Technician – Level 1 or Level 2 located in Magna, UT

This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.

The successful candidate will work as part of a team in the Carbon/Carbon manufacturing facility in the fabrication of 3D Composites Carbon/Carbon Rocket Motor Nozzle Integral Throat Entry components and ablative structures, using automated textile weaving machinery and high pressure/temperature autoclaves.

This position’s standard work schedule is Sunday night to Friday morning, 10 pm to 6 am.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Able to prepare and operate 3D composite weaving machines and Densification Autoclaves including assembly of pre-forms, routing/lacing of graphite fiber spools.
• Able to continuously monitor machinery to ensure weaving is completed according to established planning and procedures.
• Safety performs duties associated with the Densification process which includes the set-up, operation and monitoring of high temperature and high pressure equipment.
• Able to monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process control and design specifications.
• Participates in programs or functional team projects developing process improvement methods, solutions, and procedures to enhance program quality, cost, and scheduling.
• Must pass all job-specific or specialized training programs required for core tasks or specialized assignments.
• Required to perform safe handling of hazardous waste materials for disposal.
• Possess ability to understand, and apply stringent procedures to assigned duties. Ethics, compliance, and quality of work are essential to this position.
• Must be able to work shift work to include weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Currently possess or be able to obtain a secret clearance.
• Able to acquire and maintain Employee Possessor (EP) status under the Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Other duties as assigned

This position can be filled at either a level 1 or level 2.

Basic Qualifications For a Level 1

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience.
• 0-2 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experience
• Prefer Associates degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material

Basic Qualifications For a Level 2

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years additional education and/or related experience.
• 2-4 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experience
• Prefer Associates degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA)
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards

Primary Level Salary Range: $44,400.00 - $74,000.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $52,700.00 - $87,900.00

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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.