Engineering Technician (Level 2/3) - Redondo Beach CA

VetJobs; Redondo Beach (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 111,000; 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 (Level 2/3) to support development, assembly and testing of space vehicle hardware. Responsibilities include fabricating components, assembling systems, and aiding engineers in sub-system validation.

Requires High School diploma or equivalent, willingness to work any shift, and active SCI clearance. Salary ranges and benefits reflect a formal on-site manufacturing environment at Space Systems.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Hands-on knowledge with a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
• Experience reading drawings and process specifications.

Responsibilities

• Assist mechanical engineers in development, assembly and integration of space vehicle components.
• Fabricate and assemble mechanical components or assemblies.
• Set up and test prototype and flight units under operational conditions.

Skills

Hand tools & equipment

Precision measuring instruments

Reading drawings

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description

ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS: Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

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 a Engineering Technician (Level 2/3) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position will be located in Redondo Beach, California.

Spacecraft Technician Responsibilities

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.

Benefits

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

Schedule

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.

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications (Level 2)

• High School diploma or equivalent and 2 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.
• Requires an active Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.

Basic Qualifications (Level 3)

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 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.
• Requires an active Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance 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 instrumentsCurrent TS/SCI Clearance

Salary

Primary Level Salary Range: $56,000.00 - $93,400.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $66,600.00 - $111,000.00

Location

Redondo Beach, California

Employer

Northrop Grumman Space Systems