Northrop Grumman
EngineeringTechnician1/2
“Engineering Technician 1/2 at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Test equipment operation, Propellant analysis, Technical drawings. Review and implement test plans. Implement drawings, specifications and planning”
Industry & Context.
Problem solving; Troubleshooting
100% onsite, Daily exposure to chemicals, Daily exposure to explosives, Overtime required, Domestic travel, Physically demanding day, Stand for long work, Lift up to 50 lbs, Bend, Twist, Push, Pull, Wear protective equipment, Perform shift work, Work weekends, Work holidays, Overtime as required, U. S. Citizenship required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School diploma or equivalent, 0-2 years additional education and/or related experience, Ability to obtain and maintain a U. S. Government Secret security clearance, Ability to qualify for an Alcohol Tobacco and Firearm (ATF) “Explosives Possessor” designation, Ability to qualify for a Department of Defense security clearance, Disciplined to follow detailed instructions, Comply with procedures, Computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applications, Ability to learn and troubleshoot new software programs, Ability to work well in a team and independently, 2 years additional education and/or related experience, Ability to receive and follow specific instructions, Ability to understand and communicate technical information, Ability to read, interpret and implement technical drawings, specifications, and procedures, Ability to work a physically demanding day, Willing to perform shift work, weekends, holidays and overtime, Possess a valid state driver’s license, Able to obtain an Employee Possessor designation
Nice to Have
Associate degree in a technical field, Technical background in mechanics, electronics, or industrial machinery, Experience working with mechanical property testing equipment including Instron and MTS systems
What You'll Do.
Review and implement test plans
specifications and planning
Operate specialized operating equipment
Handle operation of various chemicals
Implement continuous improvement
Use standard computer skills
Set-up mechanical systems
Fabricate mechanical systems
Troubleshoot mechanical systems
Learn software systems
Troubleshoot software systems
Operate test equipment
Analyze production propellants
Analyze subscale propellants
Maintain operational discipline
Support clean operations
Support safe operations
Support efficient operations
Fabricate inert samples
Fabricate energetic samples
Interpret technical drawings
Interpret specifications
Perform processes under direction
Follow written instruction
Maintain neat records
Maintain accurate records
Wear personal protective equipment
Demonstrate monthly energetics demo
Achieve the impossible
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborative teams; Work together; Fast-paced work environment; High expectations; Diverse assignments; Collaborative settings
Communication Scope
Written communication; Oral communication; Communicate technical information
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