Manufacturing Technician 1 / 2

Northrop Grumman; Kettering (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Savings plan

Holidays and PTO

Job summary

Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems in Ohio is seeking Manufacturing Technicians (Level 1 or 2) to build honeycomb core structures and sub-assemblies at the Kettering facility. The role involves coating, bonding, assembly, trimming and final processing for high‑quality parts.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED, proficiency with Microsoft apps, and the ability to pass a physical and obtain a U.S. Government Secret clearance. Training and compliance programs are provided.

Qualifications

• Must pass a New Hire Physical Exam.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Clearance.
• Completion of ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance.

Responsibilities

• Work on honeycomb core structures and sub-assemblies.
• Fabricate honeycomb core using coating, bonding, assembly, trimming and final processing.
• Operate in team environments or individually to meet quality and cost targets.

Skills

Microsoft applications

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: No

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 Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is looking for you to join our team as a Manufacturing Technician 1 or Manufacturing Technician 2 based out of Kettering, OH.

What you’ll get to do:

As a Manufacturing Technician you will work on the next generation honeycomb core structures and sub-assemblies.

This job involves the fabrication of honeycomb core using a variety of methods such as coating, bonding, assembly, trimming and final processing. It will require on the job development of skills to competently perform tasks designed to create products that meet our customer expectations in both quality and cost. Tasks may be in team environments or individual based.

This position may be filled as a Level 1 or Level 2 based on the qualifications outlined below.

Note: Position will be filling the following shift & times primarily but is subject to change as business needs arise:

• A shift (07:00 AM -16:30 PM) Monday – Thursday Week 1 (9/80 shift)
• A shift (07:00 AM -16:30 PM) Monday – Thursday, (07:00 AM -15:30 PM) Friday Week 2 (9/80 shift)

Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Technician 1:

• High School Diploma or GED
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 50 pounds without mechanical assistance, working overhead or at heights, and accessing small, confined spaces.
• Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical Exam, and able to obtain and maintain a respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements as required.
• Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. Government Secret Clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
• Must successfully complete and pass the “ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance” within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need.

Basic Qualifications for Manufacturing Technician 2:

• High School Diploma or GED, and 2 years of relatable aircraft experience in manufacturing/production experience (or similar).
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.
• This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 50 pounds, working overhead or at heights, and accessing small, confined spaces.
• Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical Exam, and able to obtain and maintain a respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements as required.
• Your ability to obtain and/or transfer and maintain the final adjudicated U.S. Government Secret Clearance and any program access(es) required for the position within a reasonable period of time, as determined by the company.
• Must successfully complete and pass the “ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance” within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Honeycomb core processing or general fabrication certifications.
• An active U.S. Government Secret clearance.
• Demonstrated ability using standard measuring equipment, power hand tools, crane, forklift, and other portable equipment.
• Paint or metal coating experience is a plus.
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, technical specifications, flow of product, and operating procedures.
• Includes understanding engineering direction and in process adjustment to product.

Primary Level Salary Range:

$39,400.00 - $65,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range:

$46,700.00 - $77,900.00

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.