Our Aeronautics Systems sector is currently seeking a Composite Bonder level 2 to join our operations team, located in El Segundo, CA, working on a variety of bonds of dissimilar materials (composite, metal, or laminate) assemblies, parts, skins, components, equipment, or structures into semi-finished or finished products.
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.
Position Requirements:
This position requires at least two years of experience working with a broad understanding of the detailed aspects of the job. The candidate will receive general supervision, and instructions are given for routine work while detailed instructions are given for new activities or special assignments. They are able to resolve routine questions and perform more advanced functions.
What you’ll get to do:
Read and interpret blueprints.
Lay out articles, cuts parts or materials to size and apply liquid or solid bonding agents.
Understanding of ply orientations and vacuum bagging processes
Operates autoclave, hydraulic presses, and ovens to complete bonding cycle.
Control conditions of heat, pressure, and timing by setting and operating various controls according to the specifications for the materials and the bonding agent being used.
Sand, burs and smooth over areas, apply sealing resins to cut or exposed edges.
Monitor and verify quality of finished product.
Complete repairs on composite, metal or laminate bonded products using inspection and rework instructions. Verifies quality of finished product.
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Basic Qualifications:
High School diploma or GED with 2-years of relatable composite fabrication or bonding experience in manufacturing/production environment
Must have current or prior lamination experience
Ability to obtain and maintain U.S. Government Secret Security Clearance and special program access for advancements and opportunities
This position requires the ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work to include bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 35 pounds, working overhead or at heights, and accessing small, confined spaces
Must be able to access small, confined spaces and work in an enclosed environment
Ability to work flexible, changing shifts, including weekends
Must successfully complete and pass the New Hire Training / Compliance within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need
Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical Exam, and able to obtain and maintain a respirator clearance and compliance with all respirator fitting requirements
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with hydraulic parts, aircraft fabrication, assemblies, components, and systems in an aerospace, automotive, military, manufacturing, and/or maintenance environment
Active U.S. Government Secret Clearance with a background investigation completed within the last six years
Experience with structural subassemblies such as rudders, flaps and stabilizers