Northrop Grumman
Aerospace
OpticalTechnician–Level1
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“Optical Technician – Level 1 at Northrop Grumman. Skills: Optical fabrication, Crystal fabrication, Measurement equipment. Fabricate crystals. Operate CNC grinding machines”
Industry & Context.
No relocation assistance available, No clearance required to start, 100% onsite, No travel, Hazardous Materials: Methanol, Xylene, Opaline, Acetone, Epoxy
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
High School diploma or equivalent, Basic computer skills using Microsoft Excel and Word, Effective communication skills with peers, engineering and management, Ability to communicate in English, verbally and written, in a technical environment, Manual dexterity, Work ethic, Ability to multitask, Positive attitude, Willingness to learn, Good visual acuity, Basic math skills, Attention to detail, Ability to use measurement equipment, Work in metric or English units, Read detailed instructions, Interpret engineering prints, Maintain written records, Keep an organized work environment using 5S principles
Nice to Have
Associate degree or two-year technical degree, Experience in a technical manufacturing environment, Measuring production parts, Interpreting process output, Troubleshooting, Experience in optical fabrication, Experience with microscopes, Experience with mechanical or optical metrology equipment, Experience operating grinding, cutting, or polishing machinery (manual or CNC)
What You'll Do.
Operate CNC grinding machines
Prepare polishing slurries
Measure optical and geometrical properties
Follow technical work instructions
Understand engineering blueprints
Verify conformance to specification
Maintain a safe work area
Utilize electronic Shop Floor Control system
Perform work complying with ISO 9001
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Effective communication skills with peers, engineering and management
Communication Scope
Effective communication skills with peers, engineering and management; Ability to communicate in English, verbally and written, in a technical environment
Full Job Description
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No ## **Description** 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. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking an **Optical Technician – Level 1** to join our team in Charlotte, NC. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. An organization within Northrop Grumman, 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 60 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/. **In this job, you will:** * Crystal fabrication to include blo
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