Engineering Technician 2/3

Northrop Grumman•Rocket Center, WV

10d•$48,400 - $95,900•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems sector is currently seeking an Engineering Technician 2/3 to support our growing business in our Rocket Center, West Virginia location. Rocket Center, WV is located along the North Branch Potomac River in Mineral County, West Virginia and is home to the Allegany Ballistics Laboratory (ABL), a government installation operated by Northrop Grumman. Known for its scenic mountain landscapes, rolling hills and state parks, the region offers a multitude of outdoor recreational opportunities to include hiking, mountain biking, skiing, fishing, hunting and whitewater rafting. Where can you get to from Rocket Center? We are just a couple hours from Washington, D.C., Baltimore, and Pittsburgh and not far from Philadelphia, Virginia and Ohio. If you enjoy a beautiful all-weather climate, low cost of living, zero gridlock traffic, outdoor activities, and easy access. Join Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world’s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience to qualify for a Level 2.
High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience to qualify for a Level 3.
Ability to routinely lift 30 pounds.
Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting.
Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.
Proficient in MS office.
Ability and willingness to provide coverage on weekends and off shifts as needed.
The ability to obtain a United States Government Secret security clearance for which US citizenship is a prerequisite.

Nice To Haves

Experience handling energetics, hazardous chemicals, and solvents preferred.
Technology Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates modern analytical test instrumentation.
Performs standard analytical test methods for quality control, material assessment, or engineering evaluation.
Provides technical support to plant personnel on a variety of technical tasks.
Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes.
Follows engineering documentation requirements including specifications and drawings.
Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas.
Performs quantitative judgments concerning technical data.
Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports.
Disposes of raw materials per regulatory guidelines
Communicates with multiple departments daily.
Monitors gauge and instrument calibrations. Ensures calibration cycles are not exceeded.
Performs a variety of technical procedures such as preparing routine solutions and reagents and performing routine reactions.
Makes and records observations; performs simple calculations; collects and prepares data for evaluation; and documents results in lab notebook and lab management system.
Conducts laboratory support functions such as stocking and distributing supplies and equipment; arranging and dismantling test fixtures.
Performs technical and record keeping duties in conformance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements.
Communicates effectively as part of a team.
Maintains the highest safety standards by following documented procedures.
Maintains high ethical standards of work and personal conduct.
Ability to change job assignments to support program’s needs.
Ability to multitask.