Precision Electromechanical Assembler 2 (Second Shift)

Northrop Grumman•Rolling Meadows, IL

73d•$45,100 - $75,100•Onsite

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for a Precision Electromechanical Assembler 2 (Second Shift) to join their team in Rolling Meadows, IL. This role supports the Infrared Countermeasures (IRCM) Cell, where precision, safety, and adherence to specialized processes are critical. The position involves performing a variety of operations to assemble, solder, and integrate precision electromechanical products, using precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance to specified tolerances. The assembler will also be responsible for assembling, disassembling, repairing, and reassembling precision assemblies, correcting malfunctions, and modifying prototype precision units for engineering personnel. Quality monitoring through statistical processes or other control procedures, accurate data/record keeping, and adherence to electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures are also key aspects of the role. The candidate will work from designs, work instructions, and verbal instructions, and will need to complete in-house Solder, Optics, ESD, and FOD certifications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and Enterprise Resource Planning Software is required. The ideal candidate must be able to communicate, read, understand, work with small mechanical parts and fiber optic cables, and follow standard operating procedures and assembly instructions. This is a Second Shift position.

Requirements

High School diploma, or equivalent, and a minimum of 2 years of relevant work experience.
Ability to obtain a Secret clearance
U.S. Citizenship Required
Must be able to communicate, read, understand, work with small mechanical parts, fiber optic cables, and follow standard operating procedures and assembly instructions.
Strong attention to detail and excellent manual dexterity.
Must be comfortable working with hazardous chemicals and cleaning solutions, with a focus on rigorous adherence to safety protocols.
Follow all related safety guidelines

Nice To Haves

Experience performing the assembly of the products using standard electromechanical techniques and basic handheld tools with good dexterity.
Experience in soldering by specified workmanship standards.
Experience with shop safety practices and procedures during assembly operations.
Experience using measuring tools such as caliper, micrometer, and height gauge.
Experience reading technical blueprints / electrical drawings / wiring diagrams
Experience in handling/cleaning optics and optic assemblies.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of operations to assemble / solder / integrate precision electromechanical products.
Use precision measuring instruments to ensure conformance to a specified tolerance.
Assembles, disassembles, repairs, and reassembles precision assemblies and corrects malfunctions.
Assemble and modify prototype precision units for engineering personnel.
Monitor and verify quality by statistical processes or other control procedures.
Perform accurate data/record keeping.
Perform tasks according to the company’s electrostatic discharge (ESD) procedures.
Work from designs, work instructions, and verbal instructions.
Complete in-house Solder, Optics, ESD, and FOD certifications.
Use Microsoft Office products.
Use Enterprise Resource Planning Software.