Electrician (Off Shift)

Northrop Grumman; West Virginia; On-site; USD 43,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Rocket Center, West Virginia, seeks an Electrician to support our growing defense systems work. The role requires a journeyman license or technical training, and the ability to handle high-voltage systems and complex electrical equipment.

Candidates should be prepared for shifts and overtime as needed. This position offers the chance to work on critical infrastructure with a respected employer in a northern West Virginia site near major cities, while contributing to

Qualifications

• Journeyman electrician license or a 2 year accredited technical school.
• A High school diploma/GED.
• The ability to work any shift; union seniority dictates shift preference.
• 3-year industrial electrical experience.
• Knowledge of electronics including power devices, motors, controllers, PLCs, and related systems.
• Ability to safely work with high voltage (480 VAC and 7200 VAC).

Responsibilities

• Perform a wide range of electrical tasks independently.
• Repair and maintain industrial plant electrical equipment including power/lighting and machinery.
• Repair distribution lines and boiler controls; perform preventive maintenance.
• Accept additional duties as assigned by supervision.
• Support safety goals and align with operations and production needs.
• Overtime may be required.

Skills

Industrial electrical work

Electrical troubleshooting

High voltage safety

Ladder logic & PLCs

Power distribution 480/7200 VAC

Education

High school diploma/GED

Journeyman electrician license

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

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.

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems

Sector is currently seeking an Electrician to support our growing business in our Rocket Center, West Virginia location.

Rocket Center, WV is located along the North Branch Potomac River in Mineral County, West Virginia and is home to the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL), a government installation operated by Northrop Grumman. Known for its scenic mountain landscapes, rolling hills and state parks, the region offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities to include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hunting and whitewater rafting. Where can you get to from Rocket Center? We are just a couple hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh and not far from Philadelphia, Virginia and Ohio. If you enjoy a beautiful all-weather climate, low cost of living, zero gridlock traffic, outdoor activities, and easy access

Learn More About Our Site Here

https://www.northropgrumman.com/careers/northrop-grumman-in-rocket-center-west-virginia

Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Pay

Per the union contact pay for this role is current set at $37.96 and is non-negotiable.

Role Description & Responsibilities

• Successful candidate will work independently to perform a wide range of electrical tasks.
• Repair and maintain all industrial plant electrical equipment, including repairing/installing general power/lighting, repairing various industrial machinery (ovens, CNC machines, HVAC’s, fire system controls, fiber placement machines, robot controls, PLC’s, facility management controls, etc.),
• Repairing 7.2kV/34.5kV distribution lines, repairing boiler controls, and preventive maintenance on all items listed.
• Candidate must be flexible in accepting additional duties as assigned by supervision
• Support management strategies and plans, promote safety and health, understand business/production needs and expectations, perform to the highest level of quality, and communicate effectively.
• Overtime may be required to support operation.

Basic Qualifications

• Journeyman electrician license or a 2 year accredited technical school.
• A High school diploma/GED.
• The ability to work any shift, union seniority dictates shift preference, will start on an off shift
• 3-year industrial electrical experience
• Candidate must have a thorough understanding of electronics including but not limited to:
• Power devices such as SCR’s, and all types of solid state devices, AC and DC motors and controllers, ladder and relay logic, programmable logic controllers, weigh systems, temperature measurement systems, assorted relay and programmable control systems and refrigeration controls.
• Candidates must be able to safely work with high voltage (480 VAC and 7200 VAC) power distribution systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Journeyman electrician license with field experience as an electrician.
• Five years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing setting.

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 www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

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.