Machinist 2/3 - A Shift

0903 SP - Propulsion Systems; United States; On-site; USD 44,000 - 88,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector in Salt Lake City, UT is seeking a Machinist - Level 2/3 to support the CXVS facility. You will set up and operate CNC equipment, inspect parts, and maintain tooling and processes. Training others on CNC setup may be required.

The role offers day shift on a 12-hour schedule, with overtime as needed, and a comprehensive benefits package including health and retirement plans. U.S. Citizenship is required for government-related positions.

Qualifications

• Sets up and operates lathes, mills, shapers, planers and grinders to tolerances.
• Interprets blueprints and specs; determines setup sequence and cuts needed.
• Reads production diagrams and technical specs; uses precision measuring tools.
• 2+ years CNC 3-5 axis machining experience; extensive manual setup experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC and manual machines to produce high-value rocket motor casings.
• Perform in-process and final part inspections for quality.
• Maintain equipment, tooling, and workspace; provide training on CNC setup and operation.

Skills

CNC machining

Manual machine operation

GD&T

Blueprint interpretation

Fanuc controller

Lean manufacturing

English technical reading

Education

Machinist Certification

Tools

Fanuc Controller

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available. CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No. CLEARANCE TYPE: None. TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time.

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's life 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 Space Sector is seeking a Machinist - Level 2/3 to join our team in Salt Lake City, UT. This position will be supporting our Copper Crossing Value Stream (CXVS) facility.

Role Description & Responsibilities

As a Machinist in our Case Center of Excellence, you will work on and inspect high-value rocket motor case manufacturing activities utilizing machining centers and hand operations. This job involves machining parts per specification by setting up and operating CNC equipment.

The Machinist is responsible for: quality of the product by performing both in-process and final part inspections; care and maintenance of the equipment; assuring tooling and materials readiness; and maintaining a clean and safe work environment. This position will require the individual to provide training to others in all aspects of CNC equipment setup, operation and maintenance.

A-Shift: This is a weekday, day shift position (12-hour shifts, rotating Thursdays). Overtime is worked as necessary.

Competencies for Success

• Strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to work with others at all levels of the organization
• Proven track record training mid to upper skill level machine operators
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to prioritize
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced, diverse environment
• Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence
• High energy, results oriented, self-motivated / self-reliant, team player

This position can be filled at either a Level 2 or Level 3.

Basic Qualifications for Level 2

• Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
• Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup; uses a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining; fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required.
• Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Candidate must have 2+ years CNC 3-5-axis machining experience.
• Must have extensive experience running manual machines and performing set-ups.
• Experience with Fanuc Controller preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret production specifications, production diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications (English).
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints.
• Expert in GD&T.
• Experience in following written set-up instructions and/or performing unique set-ups.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve unforeseen, unique issues as they arise in machining a part(s).
• Experience in complex measurements and advanced shop math calculations relative to tolerances, dimensions, tooling, and feeds and speeds.
• Ability to understand and work with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and disciplines.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3

• Sets up and operates a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, shapers, planers, and precision grinders to make metal parts, mechanisms, tools, or machines to exacting tolerances and dimensions.
• Interprets blueprints, sketches, and engineering specifications; determines sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup; uses a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments; makes standard shop computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds; measures, marks, and scribes dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining; fits and assembles precision parts into mechanical equipment and determines material, parts, and equipment required.
• Some machines may be numerically controlled. May monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
• Candidate must have 4+ years CNC 3-5-axis machining experience.
• Must have extensive experience running manual machines and performing set-ups.
• Experience with Fanuc Controller preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret production specifications, production diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications (English).
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints.
• Expert in GD&T.
• Experience in following written set-up instructions and/or performing unique set-ups.
• Demonstrated ability to resolve unforeseen, unique issues as they arise in machining a part(s).
• Experience in complex measurements and advanced shop math calculations relative to tolerances, dimensions, tooling, and feeds and speeds.
• Ability to understand and work with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and disciplines.

Experience Preferred

• Machinist Certification from an accredited Trade School

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• Primary Level Salary Range: $44,400.00 - $74,000.00
• Secondary Level Salary Range: $52,700.00 - $87,900.00
• Overtime, shift differential, and 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.
• 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.