Manufacturing Technician 1

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.

An organization within Northrop Grumman Space Systems’ Payload and Ground Systems (PGS) division, SYNOPTICS is the world-wide leader in the growth, fabrication, and coating of crystalline materials used in laser systems. These “solid-state” laser crystals are used in products ranging from medical lasers to military laser systems. The Charlotte facility has been operating for over 40 years in the laser industry and has developed the reputation of providing the highest quality products with timely deliveries. Within the facility, solid-state oxide and fluoride crystals are grown from a high-temperature melt. SYNOPTICS has full optical fabrication capabilities for various plano and spherical geometries. SYNOPTICS serves the photonics and optics industry across the globe. 

  

Learn more about SYNOPTICS at our website: https://www.northropgrumman.com/space/synoptics/. 

Job Duties:

Safely load and unload tube furnaces. Accurately weigh, mix, and transfer chemicals before and after processing. Maintain equipment needed to produce fluoride materials. Follow chemical safety protocols, including wearing proper personal protective equipment and understanding safety data sheets. Handle hazardous materials, including concentrated acids and bases. Monitor equipment, including valves and pressure readings, and respond to alarm signals to ensure safe and proper operation. Maintain organized records, including data logs, chemical inventory as well as keeping the area clean and organized. Support other activities in the R&D and Crystal Growth departments as needed. Provide clear communication across shifts, including production, facilities, and environmental health and safety.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Proven experience in chemical processing or within a wet lab (This can include lab work in postsecondary education).
• Visual acuity, manual dexterity skills, and strict compliance with process instructions are required.
• Must be safety conscious and detail oriented.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Understanding of chemical processes and reactions.
• Experience with handling hazardous materials

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Salary Range: $38,100 USD - $63,500 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.