Engineering Technician 2

Employer description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: None

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription

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.

Make what you do every day matter on a global scale.

Northrop Grumman’s Armament Systems Division is seeking an Engineering Technician 2 to join our team in Elk River, MN. In this role, you’ll help test and develop advanced munitions and energetic systems that support critical defense and aerospace missions around the world.

About Armament Systems
Northrop Grumman Armament Systems designs, builds, and delivers space, defense, and aviation-related systems to customers globally. Our products include:

Launch vehicles and related propulsion systemsMissile products, subsystems, and defense electronicsPrecision weapons, armament systems, and ammunitionSatellites and associated space components and servicesAdvanced aerospace structures 

You’ll be part of the team that ensures these systems perform as designed when it matters most.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you will:

Perform test operations on energetic and/or munition systems in both team-based and independent settings.Work in a munitions test environment with medium to high complexity systems.Operate and support testing on cannon-caliber gun systems, environmental test setups, and a variety of energetic tests.Collaborate closely with Engineers, Production Control, and Test Personnel in a fast-moving, results-driven environment.Follow detailed operating procedures, collect and record test data, and help ensure accuracy and repeatability.Partner with Engineers to develop electrical and mechanical designs during early-stage development programs.Support customer contracts through international travel, as needed.Manage multiple tasks and priorities while maintaining high standards of safety and quality. 

Basic Qualifications:

2‑year electronics or mechanical degree from a trade school, or equivalent technical training.2+ years of experience in electrical and/or mechanical testing.Strong written and verbal communication skills.High electrical and/or mechanical aptitude.Proficiency with computer-based tools and applications.Ability to work hands-on, solve problems, and thrive in a dynamic test environment. 

If you enjoy hands-on work, solving complex technical challenges, and contributing to systems that protect and enable our world, this role offers a unique opportunity to grow your skills and make an impact.

Primary Level Salary Range: $53,500.00 - $89,100.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate’s experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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 application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity 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 and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.