Manufacturing Technician 2/3 - C Shift

Northrop Grumman; Clearfield (UT); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking Manufacturing Technicians to support the Propulsion Systems Division. In this physically demanding role, you will engage in the manufacturing of composite rocket cases, ensuring safety and quality throughout the process. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on revolutionary systems that impact lives globally. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment, demonstrating a pioneering spirit and a commitment to excellence. Join a team that values innovation and offers robust benefits, including medical coverage and educational assistance.

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

401k

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Programs

Paid Time Off

Health & Wellness Resources

Employee Discounts

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experience required.
• Ability to safely handle hazardous materials and operate industrial equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on activities associated with manufacturing composite rocket cases.
• Maintain cleanliness of the work area and participate as a team member.

Skills

Composite Material Handling

Mechanical Work Experience

Blueprint Reading

Basic Math Functions

Operating Industrial Equipment

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree or Technical Certificate

Tools

Forklifts

Precision Measuring Instruments

Industrial Equipment

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

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.

Northrop Grumman, Space Systems, is currently seeking **Manufacturing Technicians** to join our team. This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our **Copper Crossing Value Stream (CXVS) facility** in **Salt Lake City, Utah** .

**_Role description & Responsibilities:_**

A **Manufacturing Technician** performs hands on activities/tasks associated with manufacturing of composite rocket cases. Tasks may include but are not limited to Tooling Assembly/Disassembly, Case Surface Preparation, winding composite equipment operation, maintaining cleanliness of the work area and facilities, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor. These candidates must participate as a team member to positively influence and enhance the safety, quality, cost and schedule of their team.

This is a **weekend, day shift position (12 hour shifts)** . Overtime is worked as necessary.

**_Requirements:_**

• Must be willing to perform shift work and overtime, as required. This could include weekends and holidays.

• Must possess a valid state driver’s license

• Required to perform safe handling of hazardous waste materials for disposal.

• Possess ability to understand and apply stringent procedures to assigned duties.

• Safe handling of equipment and materials in a manufacturing environment

• Operating industrial equipment such as bridge cranes, forklifts, precision measuring instruments and hand tools.

• Ability to read blueprints.

• Able to monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process control and design specifications.

**_Skills & Qualifications:_**

• Able to work a physically demanding day (stand for long periods; work from your knees; ascend and descend ladders; lift, bend, twist push and pull up to 50 lbs.) while wearing protective equipment (respirator, coveralls, gloves, eye and ear protection, etc.).

• Able to read, comprehend and follow established written instructions without deviation

• Perform basic math and measurement functions

**_Basic Qualifications:_**

**_This position can be filled at either a level 2 or level 3._**

**_Basic Qualifications for a Level 2:_**

• High School Diploma or GED

• 2 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experience

• Ability to weigh material for mixing process.

• Ability to work with resins and carbon fiber.

• Ability to work with chemical cleaning process such as an industrial degreaser.

• Ability to work with aluminum oxide cloth.

**_Basic Qualifications for a Level 3:_**

• High School Diploma or GED

• 4 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experience

• Ability to start and end helicals and hoops in carbon winding process, following planning requirements.

• Able to continuously monitor machinery to ensure winding is completed according to established planning and procedures.

**_Preferred Qualifications:_**

• Prefer Associates degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material.

**_Position Benefits:_**

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage

• 401k

• Educational Assistance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions

• Paid Time Off

• Health & Wellness Resources

• Employee Discounts

Salary Range: $43,100.00 - $71,900.00Salary Range 2: $51,200.00 - $85,400.00

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.