Third Operator

Northrop Grumman; Magna (UT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Northrop Grumman, Space Systems, is seeking a Third Operator to join our team at the Magna, Utah facility. You will perform manual manufacturing tasks on solid fuel rocket motors for government and commercial customers, including tooling, assembly, disassembly, and propellant handling, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The role requires reading and following written instructions, basic math, and teamwork to support safety, quality, cost, and scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (education will be verified).
• 1–2 years (or more) of manufacturing (product assembly) experience.
• Ability to acquire and maintain Employee Possessor (EP) status under the Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license
• Ability to work shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Perform manual hands-on activities related to assembling solid fuel rocket motors.
• Handle tooling/assembly/disassembly, case surface preparation, final product assembly, and propellant handling.
• Maintain cleanliness of work area and facilities; follow written instructions accurately.
• Contribute to safety, quality, cost, and scheduling by working as a team.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Reading and following instructions

Interpersonal communication

Safety awareness

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

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 Third Operators to join our team. This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division at our Magna, Utah facility.

Role Description and Responsibilities

As a Third Operator you perform manual hands on activities/tasks associated with manufacturing solid fuel rocket motors used for space flight by our government and commercial customers. Tasks may include but are not limited to Tooling/Assembly/Disassembly, Case Sur face Preparation, Final Product Assembly, Chemical Mixing/Casting, and Propellant Ingredient Handling, Maintaining cleanliness of work area and facilities, and other duties as assigned by supervisor. Must be able to read, comprehend and follow established written instructions without deviation and able to perform basic math and measurement functions. Participates as a team member to positively influence and enhance the safety, quality, cost and scheduling of their team.

Basic Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED (education will be verified).
• 1-2 years (or more) of previous manufacturing (product assembly) experience.
• Able to acquire and maintain Employee Possessor (EP) status under the Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license
• Must be able to work shift work, weekends, holidays, and overtime as required.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to work with others at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work independently and be a team player

Preferred Qualifications

• Prefer candidates with some post high school education.
• Able to wear a respirator and pass the FIT testing.
• Able to pass and maintain Manufacturing-To-Inspect (MTI) certifications.
• Experience using precision measuring instruments and assorted hand tools.
• 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 lb, etc) while wearing protective equipment (respirator, coveralls, gloves, eye and ear protection, etc).
• Prefer experience with the safe handling of hazardous materials, operating industrial equipment such as cranes, forklifts and hand tools. Job function may require handling of live propellant related materials.
• Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence.

THIS POSITION IS FOR THE DUPONT SCHEDULE

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.