RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
CLEARANCE TYPE: None
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Description
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.
The Engineering Technician offers technical assistance in support of manufacturing operations for Medium Caliber Fuze and Projectile production. The role involves trouble shooting equipment and working with other team members to drive to root cause and corrective action for safety, quality and production issues. The technician utilizes a personal computer to carry out analyses and develop documentation. This position will be located on-site at our Rocket Center, WV location. No remote work opportunities will be available for this position. Must be willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift as needed.
This position will be located on-site at our Rocket Center, WV location. No remote work opportunities will be available for this position. Must be willing to work 2nd or 3rd shift as needed.
Responsibilities
- Adhere to all department and plant safety rules
- Develop Manufacturing Process and Documentation that ensures production hardware and test articles meet engineering and configuration requirements
- Provide analysis and data to support review boards and investigations
- Instruct machine operators on technique and operation of manufacturing equipment
- Perform observations of manufacturing process to establish reasonable expectation of daily throughput
- Interface with all levels and departments of plant
- Prepare tooling sheets, create CNC code and assist operations in machine setup and debug
- Prepare process drawings
- Participate in tooling design, fact finding, and failure investigations
- Monitor manufacturing process through review of SPC data
- Willingness to work off shift when needed
Basic Qualifications
- 6 years experience as Tool Maker / Journeyman Machinist
- Capable of writing and editing CNC programs for both turning and machining centers
- Capable of CNC machine setup and optimization of process
- Computer skills must include Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Experience using CAD/CAM software, AutoCAD, Mastercam, Solid Works or NX
- Experience with cutting tool and work holding selection
- Knowledge and experience with SPC techniques
- Experience with operation and programming of robotic part loaders
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with external customers and all plant personnel
- Comfortable making presentations in front of peers and senior leadership
- Working knowledge of GD&T as defined by ANSI/ASME Y14.5M-1994
- Have an understanding and working knowledge of Lean manufacturing
- U.S. citizenship
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with multi-spindle machines
- Experience with cold forming
Primary Level Salary Range: $68,300.00 - $113,900.00
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. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.