Engineering Technician (Level 2/3)

Northrop Grumman•Redondo Beach, CA

1d•$56,000 - $111,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman is seeking an Engineering Technician (Level 2/3) to join their Space Systems team in Redondo Beach, California. This role involves assisting mechanical engineers in the development, assembly, and integration of Space Vehicle mechanical and electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and systems. The technician will devise, fabricate, and assemble new or modified mechanical components or assemblies, participate in the development of sub-system and system test methodology, and assist with setting up and testing complete prototype and flight units and sub-assemblies under operational conditions. The company emphasizes a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and innovation, working on revolutionary systems for national security, military, and civil customers.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience (for Level 2).
High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience (for Level 3).
Willing to work any shift and cover extended work weeks as required.
Demonstrate technical knowledge in manufacturing operations and procedures as it pertains to mechanical assembly, harnessing with a high attention to detail.
Hands-on knowledge and experience with the use of a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment.
Requires an active Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application.
U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance.

Nice To Haves

AA degree or other two-year technical degree.
Familiar with Northrop Grumman Corporation processes.
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office to supplement work order and other data requirements.
Comprehension with reading drawings, process specification, and work order instructions.
Experience working in clean room environments.
Proficient in use of precision measuring instruments.
Current TS/SCI Clearance.

Responsibilities

Performs a variety of duties assisting mechanical engineers in the development, assembly and integration of Space Vehicle mechanical and electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and systems.
Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies.
Participates in the development of sub-system and system test methodology.
Assists with setting up and tests complete prototype and flight units and sub-assemblies under operational conditions.