Maintenance Technician 3

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.

There is currently an opening for a Maintenance Technician 3 to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals. This position falls under one of Northrop Grumman's Small Business Units, Sonoma Photonics, Inc. and will be located in Santa Rosa, CA.

This position will be responsible for performing repairs and maintenance in plant or office facilities, or on machines and equipment. 

Essential Functions: 

• Work closely with engineers to design, build, and upgrade state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment and processes. 

• Support general maintenance of vacuum and electro-mechanical equipment. 

• Assist with troubleshooting, problem analysis, and data collection. 

• Maintain detailed documentation of procedures and systems.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent and a minimum 4 years of experience performing repairs and maintenance in plant or office facilities, or on machines and equipment. 

• Basic understanding of vacuum, electrical, hydraulic and other systems. 

• Knowledge of general maintenance processes and methods. 

• Working knowledge of tools, common appliances and devices. 

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience with thin film production or maintenance technician. 

• Associates degree in mechanical, electrical or industrial maintenance

Salary Range: $54,500 USD - $90,900 USD

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.

The health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 most positions.