R&D Composite Technician - Aerospace Prototyping (Secret)

Northrop Grumman; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 45,800 - 76,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company-paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Clearfield, Utah, is seeking a skilled technician to support composites manufacturing for R&D and production on commercial, military and classified programs. The role emphasizes safe practices, strong attention to detail and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of composites experience, the ability to obtain a secret clearance, and proficient use of MS Office. This position may require shift work, occasional travel, and hands-on problem solving.

Qualifications

• Able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• Minimum of 4 years of composites, aerospace, or manufacturing experience.
• Familiar with composite process technologies (bagging, lamination, bonding).
• Able to communicate concepts clearly to others.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Able to operate power equipment (machines, cranes, forklifts).
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and innate problem solving.
• Willing to work unconventional shifts occasionally.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the safe execution of tasks for R&D and production.
• Maintain inventory (tooling, equipment, NEI material, direct materials).
• Use chemicals with proper PPE.
• Material preparation (storage, thawing, cutting, inventory, traceability).
• TC weld & verify / Vacuum port assembly / Vacuum leak check.
• Trimming composites.
• Execute work orders / Project assignments.
• Track metrics, capture lessons learned and undocumented process details.

Skills

Clear communication

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Northrop Grumman in Clearfield, Utah, is seeking a skilled technician to support composites manufacturing for R&D and production on commercial, military and classified programs. The role emphasizes safe practices, strong attention to detail and teamwork in a dynamic environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of composites experience, the ability to obtain a secret clearance, and proficient use of MS Office. This position may require shift work, occasional travel, and hands-on problem solving.