Precision Assembly Manufacturing Technician - Space ...

US CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: YesRELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: NoDescriptionJoin Northrop Grumman on our continued mission to push the boundaries of possible across land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace. Enjoy a culture where your voice is valued and start contributing to our team of passionate professionals providing real-life solutions to our world''s biggest challenges. We take pride in creating purposeful work and allowing our employees to grow and achieve their goals every day by Defining Possible. With our competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, we have the right opportunities to fit your life and launch your career today.The Payload and Ground Systems organization within the Northrop Grumman Space Systems pushes the boundaries of innovation, redefines engineering capabilities, and drives advances in various sciences. Our team is chartered with providing the skills, innovative technologies to develop, design, produce and sustain optimized product lines across the sector while providing a decisive advantage to the warfighter. Come be a part of our mission.We support science and space exploration through our various partnerships, including NASA''s Artemis program with the goal to return humans to the Moon in 2024 and the TESS (Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite) program that has discovered more than twenty confirmed plants. Recognized as an industry leader, we also develop highly specialized space and satellite components.Northrop Grumman''s Space Components Business Unit, located in San Diego, CA is looking for a Precision Manufacturing Technician 1. This is a part-time position, requiring a minimum of 20 hours/wk.Primary Responsibilities:* Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies.* Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment.* Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process.* Works with engineers in conducting experiments.* Handling and managing fragile composite materials.* Bond, prep and bonding of composite structures to metallic fittings.* Notate usage, traceability, pot life, and out time controls on all adhesive materials used.* Report data and interface with other employees and departments.* Tooling preparation and release application.* Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, rulers, and tape measures for fabricating hardware.* Reading and understanding manufacturing blue prints and shop planning* Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness.Basic Qualifications:* High School diploma or equivalent and or 2-4 years additional education and/or related discipline* Must be a US Citizen* Strong attention to detail.* Excels in a team environment.* Ability to work under limited supervision.* Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds.* Ability to be on feet for up to 8+ hours each day.* Ability to work Overtime and Weekends as needed.Preferred Qualifications:* Experience working in a composites/manufacturing environment (space/satellite structures, aerospace manufacturing environment)* Demonstrated Mechanical Ability.* Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence.* Able to read, write and work to written instructions, blueprints, or shop drawings in English.* Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic.* Ability to multitask, prioritize.* Experience or familiarity with ISO requirements, standards, and compliance issues.* Standard computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office: Word and Excel.* Experience with cranes and rigging, forklifts, and similar manufacturing equipmentSalary Range: $38,700.00 - $64,500.00Employees may be eligible for 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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.

Created: 2025-11-15