Manufacturing Tech 2
Requisition ID: R10152353
- Category: Manufacturing and Production
- Location: Beavercreek, Ohio, United States of America
- Clearance Type: Secret
- Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
- Shift: Any (United States of America)
- Travel Required: Yes, 10% of the Time
- Positions Available: 2
Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.
Northrop Grumman Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) is seeking Level 2 Manufacturing Technician to join our Beavercreek, (Dayton) Ohio. We are a world-class manufacturer of composite primary and secondary structures for commercial and military aircraft and launch vehicles. Our work is mission critical and directly contributes to national security.
Essential Functions:
- Fabricate composite components/tools, which may include bond prep, tool prep, ply kit generation, lamination, vacuum bagging, de-molding, trimming, finishing, core fabrication, and bond work
- Troubleshoot and solve unique problems working with engineering and other composite technicians
- Handle perishable materials, paying close attention to expiration dates and out time life, and traceability information
- Operate handheld tools. (e.g.) Scissors, razor knives, grinders, drills, sanders, cutting wheels, saws, routers, etc.
- Utilize lean manufacturing principles and disciplines to enhance quality, cost, and delivery
- Able to work in a team environment
- Support other departments or completes other duties as necessary
- Be able to operate autoclave and curing ovens
- Work in both FOD critical and FOD sensitive environments and observe all related safety procedures
- Responsible to completed and pass job specific qualifications programs required to perform task. Maintain a clean and safe working environment
The ideal candidate must be interested in technical growth & enjoy a culture were teamwork and collaboration drive success. Additionally, you must be able & willing to work in a process-centric environment.
This position requires an active DOD Secret clearance. While you are waiting for clearance, you could be performing non-cleared first shift work for other groups in support of our mission. Once you receive your clearance, you will begin working your assigned position.
Basic Qualification:
- High School Degree or equivalent (GED) and 2 years experience in manufacturing
- Basic computer skills
- Manufacturing experience required for this position
- Must be able to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 50 pounds
- Ability to work flexible/changing schedules including weekends
- Ability to work in Kettering or Beavercreek location
- Ability to obtain DoD Secret Security Clearance and special program access within a reasonable period of time as determined by the needs of the business
Preferred Qualifications:
- Composite manufacturing experience to include layup, assembling and fabricate of composite parts
- Demonstrated ability using standard measuring equipment and power hand tools
- Ability to read and understand blueprints, technical specifications, and operating procedures
- A&P License
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. 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.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA 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.
What's great about
Northrop Grumman
- Be part of a culture that thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work.
- Use your skills to build and deliver innovative tech solutions that protect the world and shape a better future.
- Enjoy benefits like work-life balance, education assistance and paid time off.
Did you know?
Northrop Grumman leads the industry team for NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope, the largest, most complex and powerful space telescope ever built. Launched in December 2021, the telescope incorporates innovative design, advanced technology, and groundbreaking engineering, and will fundamentally alter our understanding of the universe.