Mechanical Technician Level 3 or Level 4

Employer description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 25% 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.

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Mechanical Technician – Level 3 or Level 4 located in Promontory, UT, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.

This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

Candidate shall possess knowledge on how to perform a variety of duties in the mechanical integration, assembly, and test of solid rocket motor assemblies and launch vehicles in support of the Sentinel Program for Space Systems in Promontory, UT. This role assembles and tests complex systems related to space flight hardware. This role will read and interpret detailed mechanical designs, digital drawings, and digital work instructions to direct the process of completing complex assemblies and installations.

This role will follow detailed work instructions to guide in completion of assigned tasks, and complete necessary paperwork to document completed work. Assists engineers with the development of work instructions and assembly procedures. Identifies, recommends, and advocates for continuous improvement initiatives. Occasional business travel may be required (< 10%).

This position will work a 4/10 schedule, with every Friday off.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

Support initial engineering stand-up of activities and transition into production operations and future sustainmentSupport plans and schedules for Launch Vehicles activities in Promontory, UtahSupport the requirements, milestones, and organizational infrastructure to sustain and deliver on the contractual obligationsMaintain close coordination with Production Manager on technician activities and milestonesParticipates in daily escalation and tiered meeting structuresEstablish production concept of operations (CONOPS) for full rate production and guide the inclusion of automation into the production lineTraining and oversight of newer technician (Level 1, 2) team membersOccasional business travel may be required (< 10%)Other duties as assigned
Why you? You’re the candidate we’re searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.

This position can be filled at either a Level 3 or Level 4.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.   Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearanceAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance, which generally requires US Citizenship as a prerequisite. Personnel without an active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance are required to initiate a Security Clearance Investigation within 14 days of acceptance of job offer.Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government BATFE Employee Possessor LicenseAbility to be self-motivated, possess excellent communications skills, detail-oriented, and team playerStrong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to effectively communicate to all levels of employees, management, and customersAbility to be flexible, innovative, and work with speed and agility to complete tasksAbility to be detail-oriented while understanding the big pictureAbility to stand and sit for long periods of time, walk up and down stairs, climb up ladders, reach into tight spaces, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Basic Qualifications for Level 4:

High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience.   Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearanceAbility to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance, which generally requires US Citizenship as a prerequisite. Personnel without an active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance are required to initiate a Security Clearance Investigation within 14 days of acceptance of job offer.Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government BATFE Employee Possessor LicenseAbility to be self-motivated, possess excellent communications skills, detail-oriented, and team playerStrong communication skills, both written and verbal, with an ability to effectively communicate to all levels of employees, management, and customersAbility to be flexible, innovative, and work with speed and agility to complete tasksAbility to be detail-oriented while understanding the big pictureAbility to stand and sit for long periods of time, walk up and down stairs, climb up ladders, reach into tight spaces, and lift up to 50 pounds.
 Preferred Qualifications:  

Active U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance (or above)Active U.S. Government BATFE Employee Possessor LicenseEnergetic safety knowledge and experienceExperience in a government-contracted industrial or manufacturing environmentExperience on ICBMsExperience with integration and test of missilesExperience with executing engineering statement of work and schedule activitiesCurious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below:

https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

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Primary Level Salary Range: $57,500.00 - $95,900.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $68,300.00 - $113,900.00

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.