Composite Prototype Technician - Level 1 or Level 2

Northrop Grumman; Corinne (UT); On-site; USD 44,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Sector in Promontory, UT is seeking a Composite Prototype Technician – Level 1 or Level 2 to join our team in a Tape Wrap manufacturing environment. You will help fabricate carbon/glass nozzle components and ablative structures using automated and manual wrapping machinery and autoclaves.

The role is onsite with a 4/10s schedule, with shift flexibility based on needs. You will contribute to quality, safety, and continuous improvement within a high-stakes aerospace setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 0 years of related Composite, Mechanical, or Manufacturing experience.
• 2-4 years of related Composite, Mechanical, or Manufacturing work experience for Level 2.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate composite wrapping machines and autoclaves, including ramps and mandrels.
• Continuously monitor machinery to ensure wrapping per plan and procedures.
• Operate high temperature/high pressure autoclaves safely and effectively.
• Monitor and verify quality per SPC and design specifications.
• Participate in process improvement projects to enhance quality, cost and scheduling.
• Complete all required training programs for core tasks.

Skills

Composite materials

Mechanical experience

Manufacturing experience

Education

High School diploma or equivalent (Level 1)

High School diploma or equivalent (Level 2)

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Composite Prototype Technician – Level 1 or Level 2 located in Promontory, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

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 Tape Wrap manufacturing facility in the fabrication of carbon/glass nozzle components and ablative structures, using automated and manual textile wrapping machinery and high pressure/temperature autoclaves.

This position’s standard work schedule is 4/10s, straight graveyard or dayshift based on company needs.

• Able to prepare and operate composite wrapping machines and autoclaves, including assembly of starting ramps, mandrels, and application of carbon or glass tape.
• Able to continuously monitor machinery to ensure wrapping is completed according to established planning and procedures.
• Safety performs duties associated with the process which includes the set-up, operation and monitoring of high temperature and high pressure autoclaves.
• 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. Some overtime is normal.
• Must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• 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, Mechanical, or Manufacturing work experience.

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, Mechanical, or Manufacturing work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer Associates degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material
• Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA)
• Must be a U.S. citizen

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

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

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.

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.