Energetic Machinist 2/3

Northrop Grumman; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 54,000 - 106,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Savings plan

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Propulsion Systems and Controls facility in Elkton, MD, is seeking Machinists at Machinist 2 or Machinist 3 levels. The role involves setting up and operating CNC and conventional machines to produce parts per drawings and specifications.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant machine shop experience, and the ability to interpret blueprints and GD&T. Ability to lift 50 lbs and work safely is essential, with potential OT and bonuses offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent education required.
• Minimum 2 years in a machine shop (Machinist 2) or 4 years (Machinist 3).
• Ability to interpret blueprints, GD&T, and engineering specs.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs and use precision measuring instruments.
• Willingness to work with explosives and obtain a US Government Secret Clearance.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC and conventional machine shop equipment.
• Operate lathes and mills to produce parts per drawing or specs.
• Work with minimal supervision and maintain safety and quality standards.

Skills

Excellent communication

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree (preferred)

Tools

Proto-Trak lathes and mills

Measuring tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

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.

Northrop Grumman's Propulsion Systems and Controls (PS&C) facility in Elkton, Maryland began solid-propellant rocket operations in 1948. Today, the Elkton PS&C facility designs, develops, and produces solid-propellant propulsion and ordnance systems in programs professionally managed for a wide variety of Government and commercial customers. The facility also serves as the hub for offsite engineering and test facilities in Ronkonkoma, NY and Palm Beach Gardens, FL.

Elkton, Maryland is located on the Upper Chesapeake Bay, midway between Philadelphia and Baltimore. Discover charming small towns, parks with miles of trails, specialty and antique shops, award winning restaurants, and inns. You can hike, bike, camp, bird watch, ride horseback, or drop a fishing line. Five rivers, Chesapeake Bay and the C&D Canal can be explored by boat or by land. Experience panoramic views from Turkey Point Lighthouse on a bluff overlooking the Bay, or from the banks of the C&D Canal where ships from around the globe cruise. https://www.ccgov.org/government/tourism

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operating CNC and conventional machine shop equipment
• Operate lathes and mills to produce parts per drawing and/or written technical specifications
• Must be able to work with minimal supervision and willing to work with explosives

This position can be filled at either the Machinist 2 or Machinist 3 level, depending on years of experience and qualifications.

Basic Qualifications – Machinist 2

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a machine shop.
• Must have the ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, GD & T, and other engineering specifications.
• Must have working knowledge of shop floor mathematics and measuring tools/equipment.
• Ability to set-up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, mills, and other specialized machining equipment.
• Must have basic hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Candidate must have a willingness to learn and possess a positive team working attitude.
• Must have excellent communication, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work safely and be concerned for the safety of others.
• Willingness to work with energetic material.
• Must have the ability to monitor machining operations remotely – attention to details is a must.
• Must be able to obtain a US Government Secret Clearance for which US Citizenship is a prerequisite.

Basic Qualifications – Machinist 3

• High school diploma or equivalent education.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in a machine shop.
• Must have the ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, GD & T, and other engineering specifications.
• Must have working knowledge of shop floor mathematics and measuring tools/equipment.
• Ability to set-up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, mills, and other specialized machining equipment.
• Must have basic hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
• Candidate must have a willingness to learn and possess a positive team working attitude.
• Must have excellent communication, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work safely and be concerned for the safety of others.
• Willingness to work with energetic material.
• Must have the ability to monitor machining operations remotely – attention to details is a must.
• Must be able to obtain a US Government Secret Clearance for which US Citizenship is a prerequisite.

Preferred Qualifications both levels

• Associates degree
• Experience with Proto-Trak lathes and mills - program, set-up, and operate
• Explosive training

This position falls under a Federal Explosives License issued by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) for this location. Candidates hired into this role will be required to complete and submit an Employee Possessor Questionnaire to ATF for approval to be a possessor.

Primary Level Salary Range: $53,500.00 - $89,100.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $63,500.00 - $105,900.00

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.