Engineering Technician 4

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 79,100 - 131,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Li

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Space Systems in Redondo Beach, CA seeks an Engineering Technician 4 to support development, assembly and testing of space vehicle components. Role requires ability to fabricate and assemble mechanical parts, participate in tests and develop test methodologies.

Ideal candidates have a HS diploma with related experience, are willing to work any shift, and hold active Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 6 years of related experience.
• Willing to work any shift and cover extended weeks as required.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge in manufacturing operations and procedures for mechanical assembly.
• Hands-on knowledge and experience with hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required at time of application.

Responsibilities

• Spacecraft Technician – assists engineers in development, assembly and integration of Space Vehicle components.
• Devises, fabricates, and assembles mechanical components or assemblies.
• Participates in sub-system and system test methodology development.
• Sets up and tests prototype and flight units and sub-assemblies under operating conditions.

Skills

Hands-on tools & mechanical equipment

Technical knowledge in manufacturing

Willingness to work any shift

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Precision measuring instruments

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes CLEARANCE TYPE: Top 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. Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Space Systems is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible. Space Systems has an opening for an Engineering Technician 4 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California.

• Spacecraft Technician – Performs a variety of duties assisting mechanical engineers in the development, assembly and integration of Space Vehicle mechanical and electro‑mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
• Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies.
• Participates in the development of sub‑system and system test methodology.
• Assists with setting up and tests complete prototype and flight units and sub‑assemblies under operational conditions.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Willing to work any shift and cover extended work weeks as required.
• Demonstrate technical knowledge in manufacturing operations and procedures as it pertains to mechanical assembly, harnessing with a high attention to detail.
• Hands‑on knowledge and experience with the use of a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Active Top Secret/SCI clearance required at time of application.

Preferred Qualifications

• AA degree or other two-year technical degree
• Familiar with Northrop Grumman Corporation processes
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office to supplement work order and other data requirements
• Comprehension with reading drawings, process specification, and work order instructions
• Experience working in clean room environments
• Proficient in use of precision measuring instruments

Primary Level Salary Range: $79,100.00 - $131,900.00 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.

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space – our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.