SkillBridge - Manufacturing Technician 3

0090 CORP-Corporate Office; United States; On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

Northrop Grumman seeks a Manufacturing Technician 3 for its Aeronautics Systems Manufacturing Operations in Iuka, MS. You will support manufacturing activities, read blueprints, and perform precision fabrication and assembly tasks to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Shifts vary (days/nights/weekends) with shift differential. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and the ability to obtain a DoD Secret clearance. Northrop Grumman values teamwork, safety, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with 4+ years in aerospace, automotive, military, manufacturing or maintenance
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting up to 35 pounds and working in varied shifts
• Must be able to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret clearance and program access

Responsibilities

• Read and understand blueprints
• Translate blueprints into fabrications and align parts on jigs
• Perform part-fitting operations and measure parts with precision tools
• Follow shop controls and support continuous improvement
• Support manufacturing operations with quality and safety practices

Skills

Blueprint reading

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE

Relocation assistance may be available.

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START

Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE

Secret

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.

SkillBridge Program Description

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel navigate their next chapter into civilian careers. Approximately 20% of Northrop Grumman’s 100,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 2,000 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman SkillBridge Program is an approved SkillBridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29. The program is an opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The SkillBridge Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. SkillBridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Responsibilities for SkillBridge Program participation are

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman - SkillBridge Program (SkillBridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for SkillBridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid-level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week.

Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes

Goals: Provide separating service-members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands-on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full-time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high-speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives: Service Members who complete the SkillBridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission 'Defining Possible' on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands-on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome: Offer service-members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

SkillBridge Eligibility

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O-4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in SkillBridge Program prior to start of internship.

Before Applying IMPORTANT

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what's possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world.

With Northrop Grumman, you'll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

In this position

In this position, you will join our Manufacturing Operations Organization within our Aeronautics Systems sector as a Manufacturing Technician 3 supporting our Iuka, MS site. We’re seeking a hands-on professional with exceptional attention to detail, a strong commitment to quality, and outstanding interpersonal skills. This position may be filled at varying shift times including weekdays, nights, and weekends (shift differential paid during eligible shifts).

Shift schedule: A shift - Mon-Thurs 7am-5:30pm, B Shift - Mon-Thurs 5:30pm-4am, C Shift - Fri-Sun 7am-7:30pm, D Shift - Fri-Sun 7pm-7:30am.

Essential Functions

• Read and understand blueprints
• Translate blueprints into fabrications of structural assemblies to include precision drilling, countersinking, and the use of calibrated tools
• Aligning parts on jigs using templates and fixtures
• Performing part-fitting operations: filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming
• Measures parts with precision tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions
• May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedure
• Daily usage of manufacturing shop controls and systems
• Use of appropriate PPE when working on the shop floor
• Recommend and implement continuous improvement activities in production methods, equipment performance, and team effectiveness

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in hydraulic parts, assemblies, components, or systems in an aerospace, automotive, military, manufacturing and/or maintenance environment
• This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include: bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 35 pounds, working overhead or at heights, and accessing small, confined spaces
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level clearance and special program access within a reasonable period, as defined by the company to meet its business needs
• U.S. Citizenship required for clearance
• Must successfully complete and pass ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need
• Must have the ability to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications

• Current/active U.S. Government Secret level clearance
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing
• Demonstrated ability using standard measuring equipment and power hand tools (Drills, grinders, sanders, cutting wheels, saws, tape measures, scales, micrometers, dial calipers, etc.)
• Ability to read and understand blueprints, technical specifications and operating procedures
• Experience working to electronic or written instructions
• Ability to read engineering drawings #MPR #ASMT

Primary Level 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.

Benefits

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.

Application period

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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Company Overview

We are a pioneering company. With careers across all areas: air, cyber, land, sea and space - our 90,000 employees work as one to defend and define the future. Northrop Grumman careers and internships are as varied as your interests, with a lifetime of potential that will give you every opportunity to do your best work. Working together with people from many backgrounds, personal passions and disciplines, we share a drive to push the boundaries of science, technology and engineering to meet the ever evolving needs of our customers worldwide.