Engineering Technician Level 4

Northrop Grumman; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 68,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Engineering Technician Level 4 to support Integration & Test of spacecraft in Gilbert, AZ. The role involves mechanical and electromechanical fabrication, assembly, and testing under a high-stakes environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in aerospace hardware, clean room operations, and the ability to work flexible shifts with potential travel. Proficiency with CAD/CAx tools and MES systems is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience as a Electrical or Manufacturing Technician, or equivalent.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Hands-on experience with aerospace equipment, harness build, and soldering.
• Knowledge of electrical measurements (AC/DC, resistance), voltage circuitry, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Understanding of clean room operations and spacecraft handling protocols.
• Ability to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks such as sanding or scrubbing over long periods of time.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Draft and interpret detailed drawings for fabrication.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic components or assemblies.
• Set up and conduct prototype unit and subsystem tests under operational conditions.
• Analyze test data, identify issues, and recommend modifications.
• Support critical space flight hardware integration with high attention to detail and safety.
• Maintain clean room protocols, hazardous material handling, and operational procedures.
• Work flexible schedules, including off shifts, weekends, overtime as needed.
• Lead test configuration setups.
• Set up, troubleshoot, and repair Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), including test racks and desktop equipment.
• Assist in cable design and test configuration development.
• Navigate and execute test scripts in Maestro and AstroRT environments.
• Verify completion of testing events and associated documentation.
• Support critical/hazardous operations as needed.
• Perform mechanical assembly, wire harnessing, and soldering.
• Equipment & Process Management: Maintain work areas in compliance with ESD, FOD, and 5S standards.

Skills

Electrical measurements

Soldering

Clean room operations

Equipment handling

Mechanical assembly

Education

High School diploma plus 6 years related experience

Tools

Solumina MES

TipQA

Windchill

CREO View

Maestro

AstroRT

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

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.

Job Description

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking an Engineering Technician Level 4 on the Integration & Test (I&T) of Northrop Grumman Spacecraft to join our team in Gilbert, AZ. This role is ideal for candidates seeking to grow in mechanical, electromechanical, and aerospace system integration within a dynamic and high-stakes environment.

This role involves performing a variety of duties assisting engineers in mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs, fabrication, testing, modification, and assembly of spacecraft and support equipment.

The candidate will be required to perform the following tasks:

• Draft and interpret detailed drawings for fabrication.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic components or assemblies.
• Set up and conduct prototype unit and subsystem tests under operational conditions.
• Analyze test data, identify issues, and recommend modifications.
• Support critical space flight hardware integration with high attention to detail and safety.
• Maintain clean room protocols, hazardous material handling, and operational procedures.
• Work flexible schedules, including off shifts, weekends, overtime, there are some opportunities where a willingness to travel for launch campaigns (up to 25% domestic travel) may be available.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Integration & Test Support To Include The Following Areas

• Lead test configuration setups.
• Set up, troubleshoot, and repair Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), including test racks and desktop equipment.
• Assist in cable design and test configuration development.
• Navigate and execute test scripts in Maestro and AstroRT environments.
• Verify completion of testing events and associated documentation.
• Support critical/hazardous operations as needed.

Assembly & Fabrication To Include The Following Areas

• Perform mechanical assembly, wire harnessing, and soldering.
• Apply epoxy bonding and polymeric applications for spaceflight hardware.
• Utilize precision torque techniques for fastener installations.
• Equipment & Process Management:
• Maintain work areas in compliance with ESD, FOD, and 5S standards.
• Perform calibration and preventative maintenance of electronic equipment.
• Support discrepancy documentation and resolution.
• Utilize software tools such as Solumina MES, TipQA, Windchill, and CREO View.
• Other duties as assigned

The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently. This role requires adaptability, precision, and a commitment to mission success. If this job description reads like it was written specifically for you, consider joining our team!

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience as a Electrical or Manufacturing Technician, or equivalent.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Hands-on experience with aerospace equipment, harness build, and soldering. Knowledge of electrical measurements (AC/DC, resistance), voltage circuitry, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Understanding of clean room operations and spacecraft handling protocols.
• Ability to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks such as sanding or scrubbing over long periods of time.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active or current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI or SAP/SAR access.
• A&P License.
• Flight hardware integration and spacecraft processing experience.
• Certifications in flight wire harnessing, flight soldering, and epoxy bonding.
• Experience with MLI (Thermal Blanket) installation.
• Familiarity with EGSE processes, test procedures, and troubleshooting support equipment.
• Aerospace/Satellite Integration & Test experience.

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.

Primary Level Salary Range: $68,300.00 - $113,900.00

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.