Principal Maintenance Technician (1st Shift)

Northrop Grumman; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Principal Maintenance Technician to join their innovative team. This role involves performing essential repairs and maintenance on various systems and equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and safety. With a focus on problem-solving and technical expertise, you will contribute to the maintenance of cutting-edge technologies that impact lives globally. The company fosters a culture of intellectual curiosity and diversity, making it an exciting place to work. If you are passionate about making history and enjoy hands-on technical work, 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

Long Term Incentives for VP/Director positions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a maintenance technician required.
• Strong electrical skills and knowledge of maintenance processes needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs and maintenance on machinery and equipment.
• Conduct inspections to prevent breakdowns of facilities and equipment.

Skills

Maintenance Technician experience

Electrical skills (24 vDC – 480 vAC)

Problem-solving skills

Understanding of vacuum, electrical, hydraulic systems

Knowledge of CNC Machinery repair

Manual dexterity

Education

High School Diploma

AA degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

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.

There is currently an opening for a Principal Maintenance Technician to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. The selected candidate will report to the Maintenance Manager and will support repairs and modifications. This position falls under one of Northrop Grumman's Propulsion group and will be located onsite in Commerce, CA.

Essential Functions:

Performs repairs and maintenance in plant or office facilities, or on machines and equipment. Typically performs work in one or more of the maintenance trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, machine and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication, and welding. Conducts routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities, machinery, and equipment. Uses hand and power tools. Tests, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs machines and equipment. Uses blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.

This position is for 1st shift (5:00 am - 2:30 pm)

Basic Qualifications: Maintenance Technician 3

1. High School Diploma and a minimum 5 years’ experience working as a maintenance technician.
2. Basic understanding of vacuum, electrical, hydraulic and other systems.
3. General Knowledge of repair and troubleshooting of CNC Machinery.
4. Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods.
5. Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices.
6. Manual dexterity and problem-solving skills.
7. Strong electrical skills (24 vDC – 480 vAC).
8. Familiarity with PLC’s/HMI’s.
9. Candidate must be able to work a flexible shift.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. An AA degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance.

Salary Range: $50,000.00 - $83,300.00

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 committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.