Precision Electromechanical Assembler 3

Northrop Grumman•Rolling Meadows, IL

6d•$53,500 - $89,100

About The Position

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is hiring a Precision Electromechanical Assembler 3 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. The role executes and supports mechanical activities involved in producing optical-mechanical assemblies, including repetitive and non-repetitive production assembly of opto-mechanical, electro-optical, electronic, and mechanical assemblies. The assembler works from diagrams and drawings, makes initial layouts, and uses hand and power tools. Responsibilities also include continuity checks on work in process and completed assemblies, and potentially disassembling, modifying, reworking, reassembling, and testing experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies to engineering specifications. A Secret clearance is required, but is not required to start.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 4 years of mechanical assembly work experience, or an associate degree and 2 years of relevant work experience.
Hands-on experience with various tooling and equipment.
Experience following work instructions and reading and interpreting drawings.
Experience building or working with wire harnesses and/or cable assemblies.
Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret clearance.
U.S. citizenship is required.

Nice To Haves

Experience with precision mechanical assemblies and tight-tolerance work.
Soldering, crimping, and connector installation experience.
Troubleshooting experience with new hardware design.
Experience working with chemicals.
Experience with SAP or an equivalent MES.

Responsibilities

Perform mechanical assembly, potting, magnet stacking, MPM, and transmitter assembly.
Rework and troubleshoot assemblies.
Conduct in-process inspections.
Perform microscope-based and manual-dexterity operations.
Perform some automated testing.
Read and interpret drawings, schematics, work instructions, and assembly documentation.
Use precision hand tools, torque tools, measuring equipment, and mechanical test equipment.
Perform mechanical fit-up, alignment, and hardware installation.
Perform continuity checks on work in process and completed assemblies.
Disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies as specified by engineering groups.
Perform other duties as assigned.