(DoD SkillBridge) Microelectronics Technician 2/3

Northrop Grumman Corp. (AU); Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 53,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Microelectronics Technician to join their dynamic production team in East Hartford, CT. This role is pivotal in assembling and testing complex electro-optic assemblies, requiring a blend of technical skills and problem-solving abilities. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment, showcasing their expertise with optical and electronic lab equipment while collaborating with seasoned engineers. This is a fantastic opportunity for those passionate about technology and innovation, looking to make a significant impact in a cutting-edge field. Join a company committed to diversity and excellence in technical support!

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of electrical/electronic work experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with optical and electronic lab equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and test complex electro-optic assemblies and optical modules.
• Develop work areas and set up experiments for optical testing.

Skills

Soldering

Cable & Wire Harness Assembly

Optical Test Equipment

Machine Tool Operation

MS Word

MS Excel

Good Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

2 Year Technical Degree

Tools

DVMs

Power Meters

Power Supplies

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Requisition ID: R10175086

• Category: Technical Support

• Location: East Hartford, Connecticut, United States of America

• Clearance Type: Top Secret

• Telecommute: No - Teleworking not available for this position

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

• Travel Required: No

• Positions Available: 1

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Microelectronics Technician to support our production team in East Hartford, CT. This position may be filled as either a level 2 or level 3.

Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Production Supervisor, the Micro-Electronic Technician will perform assembly, testing, and assigned technical manufacturing tasks to meet program requirements. This position involves assembly and testing of complex electro-optic assemblies, optical modules, and submodules containing optical and fiber optic-based components with guidance from principal engineers and scientists. Primary job duties include developing and setting up work areas to assemble and test optical module assemblies, setting up experiments and optical test equipment, conducting tests, and recording data. The position may involve assembly and alignment of mechanical and/or opto-mechanical subassemblies, machining/fabricating parts, and some electronic assembly, as well as work process and other documentation.

Basic Qualifications for a level 2:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

• 3 years of electrical/electronic work experience including soldering and cable & wire harness assembly within a manufacturing work environment

• Electronic and optical lab equipment experience including DVMs, power meters, power supplies, oscilloscopes, and optical test equipment

• Basic machine tool operation experience

• Good written and verbal communication skills

• High level of adaptability, multi-tasker, excellent problem solver with experience working in a highly dynamic environment

• Intermediate-Advanced proficiency in MS Word and Excel; basic proficiency with PowerPoint

• Active Top Secret clearance

• U.S. Citizenship is a requirement of employment

Basic Qualifications for a level 3:

• Same as for the level 2, but with 5 years of electrical/electronic work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2 year Technical Degree

• Experience working with optics/optical R&D prototyping, opto-mechanical, electro-mechanical, electro-optical systems

• J-STD 001 Soldering Certification

• IPC-620 Cable and Wire Harness Certification

Salary Range: $53,000 - $88,300

Salary Range 2: $62,900 - $104,900

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.