Engineering Technician

Overview

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret
TRAVEL:
No

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon.

We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Northrop Grumman is seeking a Machinist technician 2 for our Business Unit Armament Systems located in Plymouth, MN
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Armament Systems specializes in the development and production of Ammunition, Guns and Precision Guidance Ordinance.

• Mastercam programming, Creo design, feeds and speeds, material choices, tooling choices, tool ordering, tooling geometry
• Conduct machining on several different types of equipment, CNC Turning centers, CNC machining centers, Manual turning, Bridgeport machining and wire EDM
• Working directly with Engineers and Programs to machine per the directed schedule
• Responsible for quality of the product by performing both in-process and final part inspections
• Care and maintenance of the equipment
• Assuring tooling and materials readiness
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
• Provide all aspects of CNC equipment setup, operations, and maintenance
• Strong interpersonal communication skills with ability to work with others at all levels of the organization
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence
• High energy, results oriented, self-motivated / self-reliant, team player

• High School Diploma & 2 years of related experience
• Ability to read and understand engineering drawings
• Ability to navigate and use CAD software
• Demonstrated both written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of machining processes/methodology
• Ability to create process documentation
• US Citizenship required
• Ability to review engineering drawings and provide time estimates for fabrication
• Able to work in a standing position for extended time periods
• Able to lift or move a minimum of 35
  -50 lbs. for up to 12 hours per day; pushing or pulling 35
  -50+ lbs. occasionally throughout the work day
• Excellent communication skills.

• Understanding of use and capabilities of various machine shop equipment
• Working knowledge of CREO and Mastercam
• Demonstrated application of root cause / corrective action
• HAAS CNC/Turning center preferred, HAAS UMC-750SS, VM2, SL-30 and ST-20Y
• Manual Turning, Bridgeport Machining and wire EDM experience
• A minimum of a 2 year technical degree and/or a certificate in machine shop technology
• 3 Axis CNC machines, 4 and 5 Axis a plus
• Ability to read and interpret blue prints
• Expert in GD&T
• Experience manufacturing complex tolerance machined hardware in various exotic materials, from Titanium, Inconel, Aer Met, Tungsten, Stainless, Aluminum, etc.
• Knowledge of metallurgy, Heat Treat processes, coating processes
• Mechanical assembly experience, rework experience, troubleshooting

Primary Level Salary Range: $25.69 - $42.79. The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate s experience, education, skills and current market conditions. Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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