Machinist Level 3

Northrop Grumman; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 56,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Machinist to join their Elkton facility. This role involves setting up and operating CNC and conventional machines to produce high-quality parts. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you'll work within a dynamic environment that values innovation and creativity. The position offers a unique schedule of Friday to Sunday, allowing for a balanced work-life dynamic. If you have a passion for precision engineering and a desire to contribute to groundbreaking projects, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health insurance coverage

Life and disability insurance

Paid time off (PTO)

Company paid holidays

Overtime eligibility

Shift differential

Discretionary bonus

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a machine shop setting.
• Ability to set-up and operate CNC machines and conventional tools.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate CNC and conventional machine shop equipment.
• Produce parts per drawing and specifications with minimal supervision.

Skills

CNC machining

Blueprint interpretation

Shop floor mathematics

Problem solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree

Tools

Mazak lathes

Proto Trak machines

EDM equipment

Conventional machine tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available

CLEARANCE TYPE: 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.

Northrop Grumman is in need of a Machinist – level 3 to work at its Elkton, Maryland facility.

Northrop Grumman 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.

This will be a Friday, Saturday, and Sunday schedule of 12 hour shifts. You will be compensated for 40 hours.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Set-up and operating CNC and conventional machine shop equipment
2. Ability to use lathes and mills to produce parts per drawing and/or written technical specifications
3. Must be able to work with minimal supervision
4. Willing to work with explosives

Basic Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent education
2. Minimum 4 years of experience working in a machine shop
3. Must have the ability to interpret blueprints, sketches, GD & T, and other engineering specifications
4. Must have working knowledge of shop floor mathematics and measuring tools/equipment
5. Ability to set-up and operate a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders
6. Ability to set-up, program and operate CNC machines. Preferably Mazak and Proto Trak
7. Must be able to use basic hand tool and precision measuring instruments
8. Ability to lift up to 50lbs
9. Candidate must have a willingness to learn and possess a positive team working attitude
10. Excellent communication, problem solving and troubleshooting skills
11. Candidate must demonstrate the ability to work safely and concern for the safety of others
12. Ability to obtain a Secret Clearance which requires US Citizenship as a pre-requisite

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Associates Degree
2. Ability to program and set-up Mazak lathes, mills, and integrex machines
3. Experience with Proto-Trak lathes and mills
4. Experience with EDM equipment
5. Explosive training

Salary Range: $56,600.00 - $94,400.00

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.