Machinist 2/ Machinist 3- Space components

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An organization within Northrop Grumman’s Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, Spacecraft Components is a leading designer, producer, and supplier of spacecraft components that power and enable satellites of all classes. Products include spacecraft panels, bus structures, precision optical structures, deployable structural systems and mechanisms, solar arrays, and antenna reflectors. Our products are on virtually every U.S. satellite built in the last 20 years.    

    

Learn more about Spacecraft Components at our website: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space/spacecraft-components/.    

   

Our San Diego, CA site is in search of a Machinist 2 or 3 to join our growing team on 2nd Shift (1:00pm – 10:30pm). 

 

Roles and Responsibilities   

As a Machinist 2/ 3 you will work on and inspect next generation composite structures. 

In this role, the machinist is responsible for but not limited to: 

• Setting up and operating HAAS GM2 5-axis milling machines.  

• Determining sequence of operations, number of cuts required, and method of setup. 

• Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).   

•  Measuring, marking, and scribing dimensions and reference points to lay out stock for machining. 

•  Fitting and assembling precision parts into mechanical equipment and determining material, parts, and equipment required.  

   

 Basic Qualifications:   

• High school diploma or GED and 2 years (Level 2) or 4yrs (Level 3) of additional education and/or related experience 

• CNC 5-axis machining experience.  

• Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials  

• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, production specifications, production diagrams, assembly drawings, and technical specifications 

• Experience with GD & T 

• Experience in following written set-up instructions and /or performing unique set-ups 

• Experience in complex measurements and advanced shop math calculations relative to tolerances, dimensions, tooling, and feeds and speeds 

• Experience running machines and setup 

   

 Preferred Qualifications   

• Associates degree or Trade School certification w/ 3 years of experience 

•  Experience with HAAS GM2 5-Axis  Controller 

• Demonstrated ability to resolve unforeseen, unique issues as they arise in machining a part(s) 

• Ability to understand and work with knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and disciplines 

• Ability to work flexible hours, overtime, and weekends as needed 

  

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Salary Range: $47,600 USD - $79,300 USD

Salary Range 2: $56,600 USD - $94,300 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.

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