Engineering Technician 2 - Machining & Fabrication at Northrop Grumman

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: NoCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: No 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.Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is looking for you to join our team as an Engineering Technician 2 based at our Charlottesville, VA campus.
The Engineering Technician 2 will join the Machining and Fabrication Manufacturing Engineering Team within the Multidomain Sensing, Targeting and Survivability (MSTS) Division and will support the development and maintenance of technical solutions for the manufacturing of machined/fabricated components using milling, sheet metal, welding, and forming equipment. This position generally will consist of machine programming, floor support and troubleshooting, and participation in manufacturing readiness reviews.
Primary Responsibilities:

CAM programming of complex machined components using milling, turning, and punching processes

Conduct machining as needed on several different types of equipment, CNC machining centers, CNC Turning centers, CNC turret punches, manual milling and turning

Interface directly with operators, cell supervisors and others on the shop floor in a production environment

Support engineering regarding design concepts and specification requirements to best utilize equipment and manufacturing techniques.

Perform continuous improvement activities focused on cost/schedule savings during manufacturing

Foster a collaborative culture that sustains momentum around engagement, problem solving, and continuous improvement

This position is onsite only, with no work from home option. This is primarily a 1st shift position, but the chosen candidate must be willing to work 2nd shift as needed.

Basic Qualifications for the Engineering Technician 2:

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 additional years of education or related experience in machining, fabrication or manufacturing

Experience reading and interpreting engineering drawings

Experience in CAD and CAM software:

Experience with shop floor support

Ability to obtain and maintain a US Government SECRET clearance

US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in any of the following software to facilitate manufacturing: Sigma Nest, MasterCAM, Siemens NX, SAP

Experience with programming CNC turret punches

Demonstrated application of root cause / corrective action

Experience with 5-axis CAM programming

Experience with ISO 9001/AS9100 Quality Management System certification

Demonstrated experience fostering a collaborative culture that sustains momentum around engagement, problem solving, and continuous improvement

Defense industry experience

What We Can Offer You:
Northrop Grumman provides a comprehensive benefits package and a work environment which encourages your growth and supports the mutual success of our people and our company. Northrop Grumman benefits give you the flexibility and control to choose the benefits that make the most sense for you and your family.
Your benefits will include the following: Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional Benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and much more!
Primary Level Salary Range: $48,400.00 - $80,600.00The 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.