Northrop Grumman
Manufacturing Technician 1/2 - A Shift - R10212589
Northrop Grumman, Salt Lake City, Utah, United States, 84193
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.
Role Description & Responsibilities A Manufacturing Technician performs hands‑on activities associated with manufacturing composite rocket cases. Tasks may include but are not limited to tooling assembly/disassembly, case surface preparation, winding composite equipment operation, maintaining cleanliness of the work area and facilities, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor. These candidates must participate as a team member to positively influence and enhance the safety, quality, cost, and schedule of their team.
This is a weekday, day‑shift position (12‑hour shifts). Overtime is worked as necessary.
Requirements
Willingness to perform shift work and overtime, including weekends and holidays.
Valid state driver’s license.
Safe handling of hazardous waste materials for disposal.
Ability to understand and apply stringent procedures.
Safe handling of equipment and materials in a manufacturing environment.
Operating industrial equipment such as bridge cranes, forklifts, precision measuring instruments, and hand tools.
Ability to read blueprints.
Able to monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process control and design specifications.
Skills & Qualifications
Able to work a physically demanding day (stand for long periods; work from knees; ascend/descend ladders; lift, bend, twist, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.) while wearing protective equipment (respirator, coveralls, gloves, eye and ear protection, etc.).
Able to read, comprehend, and follow established written instructions without deviation.
Perform basic math and measurement functions.
Ability to start and end helicals and hoops in carbon winding process, following planning requirements.
Able to continuously monitor machinery to ensure winding is completed according to established planning and procedures.
Ability to weigh material for mixing process.
Ability to work with resins and carbon fiber.
Ability to work with chemical cleaning process such as an industrial degreaser.
Ability to work with aluminum oxide cloth.
Basic Qualifications Basic qualifications for a Level 1: High School Diploma or GED; 0–1 year manufacturing experience.
Basic qualifications for a Level 2: High School Diploma or GED; 2 years of related composite or mechanical work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material.
Position Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401(k)
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Employment Details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Salary Range Primary Level: $36,300.00 – $60,500.00 per year. Secondary Level: $43,100.00 – $71,900.00 per year.
Salary is based on scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and other incentives.
Northrop Grumman is an equal‑opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
EEO & Pay Transparency 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
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Role Description & Responsibilities A Manufacturing Technician performs hands‑on activities associated with manufacturing composite rocket cases. Tasks may include but are not limited to tooling assembly/disassembly, case surface preparation, winding composite equipment operation, maintaining cleanliness of the work area and facilities, and other duties as assigned by the supervisor. These candidates must participate as a team member to positively influence and enhance the safety, quality, cost, and schedule of their team.
This is a weekday, day‑shift position (12‑hour shifts). Overtime is worked as necessary.
Requirements
Willingness to perform shift work and overtime, including weekends and holidays.
Valid state driver’s license.
Safe handling of hazardous waste materials for disposal.
Ability to understand and apply stringent procedures.
Safe handling of equipment and materials in a manufacturing environment.
Operating industrial equipment such as bridge cranes, forklifts, precision measuring instruments, and hand tools.
Ability to read blueprints.
Able to monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process control and design specifications.
Skills & Qualifications
Able to work a physically demanding day (stand for long periods; work from knees; ascend/descend ladders; lift, bend, twist, push, and pull up to 50 lbs.) while wearing protective equipment (respirator, coveralls, gloves, eye and ear protection, etc.).
Able to read, comprehend, and follow established written instructions without deviation.
Perform basic math and measurement functions.
Ability to start and end helicals and hoops in carbon winding process, following planning requirements.
Able to continuously monitor machinery to ensure winding is completed according to established planning and procedures.
Ability to weigh material for mixing process.
Ability to work with resins and carbon fiber.
Ability to work with chemical cleaning process such as an industrial degreaser.
Ability to work with aluminum oxide cloth.
Basic Qualifications Basic qualifications for a Level 1: High School Diploma or GED; 0–1 year manufacturing experience.
Basic qualifications for a Level 2: High School Diploma or GED; 2 years of related composite or mechanical work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material.
Position Benefits
Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
401(k)
Educational Assistance
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
Paid Time Off
Health & Wellness Resources
Employee Discounts
Employment Details
Seniority level: Associate
Employment type: Full‑time
Job function: Management and Manufacturing
Industries: Defense and Space Manufacturing
Salary Range Primary Level: $36,300.00 – $60,500.00 per year. Secondary Level: $43,100.00 – $71,900.00 per year.
Salary is based on scope, responsibilities, experience, education, skills, and market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, discretionary bonus, and other incentives.
Northrop Grumman is an equal‑opportunity employer. U.S. citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.
EEO & Pay Transparency 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
Northrop Grumman EEO .
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