Mechanical Technician – Level 2 or Level 3

Northrop Grumman•Redondo Beach, CA

5d•$56,000 - $111,000•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman's Space Sector is seeking a Mechanical Technician – Level 2 or Level 3 to join their collaborative teams in Redondo Beach, CA. This role is crucial for missions of paramount importance, involving 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.

Requirements

Requires an active Top-Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) clearance at time of application
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
Basic Qualifications for Level 2: High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.
Basic Qualifications for Level 3: High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience.

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

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.