Northrop Grumman
Defense
ManufacturingTechnician1/2
“Manufacturing Technician 1/2 at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Manufacturing Technician, Sheet Metal, Blueprint Reading, Assembly. Align parts on jigs. Read and understand blueprints”
Industry & Context.
structural discrepancies
Relocation assistance may be available, CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes, CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret, TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time, active U. S. Government DoD Secret security clearance, ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP) approval, moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work, bending, stooping, kneeling, lifting up to 25 pounds, working overhead, access small, confined spaces, work in an enclosed environment, pass Medical/Respiratory Exam, work any work schedule and overtime, Ability to obtain and maintain Secret DOD clearance, U. S. Citizenship is required
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School diploma or equivalent (GED), 0 years of relevant experience with sheet metal structures, hydraulic parts, assemblies, components, manufacturing electrical and/or systems, 2 years of relevant experience with sheet metal structures, hydraulic parts, assemblies, components, manufacturing electrical and/or systems, active U. S. Government DoD Secret security clearance, knowledge of electronic principles, ability to wire and assemble circuits, understand the operation of basic test equipment, Prepare and maintain necessary reports and records, perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work, access small, confined spaces, work in an enclosed environment, pass Medical/Respiratory Exam, work any work schedule and overtime, Ability to obtain and maintain Secret DOD clearance
Nice to Have
Previously approved for Special Access Program (SAP), Certified Ordinance Handling (Level 1 or 2), J-STD-001 Certified, IPC-610 Certified, IPC-620 Certified, IPC-620 Space Addendum Certified, Experience in fabricating test cables, strain gauge installation, Manufacturing of electrical and wire harness assemblies, Previous experience working closely with Test and Manufacturing engineers, Previous experience working with inventory control and database systems, Experience in lab and/or test equipment design, integration, and build-up
What You'll Do.
Read and understand blueprints
Translate blueprints into fabrications
Perform minor part-fitting operations
Monitor and verify quality
Measure parts with precision tools
Use manufacturing shop controls
Recommend and implement continuous improvement
Record and report structural discrepancies
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
working closely with Test and Manufacturing engineers
Communication Scope
Record and report existing structural discrepancies
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