(Skillbridge) Cable & Wire Harness Technician 1/2 - First Shift

Northrop Grumman; Gilbert (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Life and disability insurance

Savings plan

Company holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Gilbert, AZ is seeking a Cable & Wire Harness Technician 1/2 – First Shift to fabricate and assemble complex space flight cable and harness assemblies from drawings and schematics. Work involves soldering, ESD compliance, and lab procedures in a controlled environment.

The role requires 0–2 years of related experience, ability to obtain a DoD clearance, and collaboration with engineers, writers, QA, and planners to maintain schedules and quality for the Tactical Space Systems

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of soldering, cable and harness assembly experience.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and process documentation.
• No heavy lifting required; ability to stand and sit with occasional reaching.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble cable and harness assemblies according to drawings and schematics.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineers, Technical Writers, QA Representatives, and Production Planners.
• Maintain problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills with limited supervision.
• Apply proper ESD, FOD, and 5S practices.
• Support production schedules and quality standards for the Tactical Space Systems Division.
• Perform daily tasks in a clean environment with accuracy and compliance.

Skills

Soldering

Electrical assembly

ESD awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

TipQA

Costpoint

Windchill

MES

Creo

Job description

Relocation assistance: None.

Travel: Yes, 10% of the time.

Security clearance required for start: No.

Clearance type: None.

Position Overview

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Cable & Wire Harness Technician 1/2 – First Shift to support our Tactical Space Systems Division located in Gilbert, AZ. The job involves fabrication and assembly of complex space flight cable and harness assemblies from drawings, schematics, wire lists, or engineering sketches in conformance with government specifications and workmanship standards. The work is performed in a professional atmosphere with ESD and FOD awareness, requiring a lab coat and latex gloves at all times and the use of soldering iron, tweezers, heat gun and other common hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate and assemble cable and harness assemblies according to specified drawings and schematics.
• Work independently and as a member of a team that includes Manufacturing Engineers, Technical Writers, Quality Assurance Representatives, and Production Planners.
• Maintain high levels of problem‑solving, organizational, and communication skills while working with limited supervision.
• Apply proper ESD, FOD, and 5S practices.
• Support overall production schedules and quality standards for the Tactical Space Systems Division.
• Perform daily tasks in a clean environment, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company and government standards.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of related experience in soldering, cable and harness assembly.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government DoD security clearance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and process documentation.
• No heavy lifting required; ability to stand and sit with occasional reaching.

Preferred Qualifications

• Aerospace industry manufacturing experience.
• Experience with TipQA, Costpoint, Windchill, MES, and Creo.
• Strong understanding of wiring processes, crimping, splicing, wire routing, and assembly techniques per IPC standard harness operations.
• Familiarity with ESD, FOD, 5S, and Tool Control.
• NASA J-STD and/or IPC 620 certifications with space addendums.

Salary

Primary Level: $1.00 – $1.00. Secondary Level: $0.00 – $0.00. Base pay may vary based on experience, education, and role scope. Additional compensation may include overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonuses. Long‑term incentive plans may be offered for mid‑career levels.

Benefits

Employees receive health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a savings plan, company‑paid holidays, and paid time off for vacation or personal business.

Equal Opportunity Statement

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. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions requiring a government clearance and certain restricted positions.