Description

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

In this position, you will join our Manufacturing Operations Organization within our Aeronautics Systems sector as a Manufacturing Technician 3 supporting our Iuka, MS site. We’re seeking a hands-on professional with exceptional attention to detail, a strong commitment to quality, and outstanding interpersonal skills.

This position may be filled at varying shift times including weekdays, nights, and weekends (shift differential paid during eligible shifts).

A shift - Mon-Thurs 7am-5:30pm

B Shift - Mon-Thurs 5:30pm-4am

C Shift - Fri-Sun 7am-7:30pm

D Shift - Fri-Sun 7pm-7:30am

Essential Functions:

• Read and understand blueprints

• Translate blueprints into fabrications of structural assemblies to include precision drilling, countersinking, and the use of calibrated tools

• Aligning parts on jigs using templates and fixtures

• Performing part-fitting operations: filing sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming

• Measures parts with precision tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions

• May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedure

• Daily usage of manufacturing shop controls and systems

• Use of appropriate PPE when working on the shop floor

• Recommend and implement continuous improvement activities in production methods, equipment performance, and team effectiveness

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED with at least 4 years of experience in hydraulic parts, assemblies, components, or systems in an aerospace, automotive, military, manufacturing and/or maintenance environment​

• 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 have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period, as defined by the company to meet its business needs. U.S. Citizenship required for clearance

• Must successfully complete and pass the “ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance” within a reasonable time period, as defined by the company to meet its business need

• Must have the ability to work any shift

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current/active U.S. Government Secret level clearance

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing

• Demonstrated ability using standard measuring equipment and power hand tools (Drills, grinders, sanders, cutting wheels, saws, tape measures, scales, micrometers, dial calipers, etc.)

• Ability to read and understand blueprints, technical specifications and operating procedures

• Experience working to electronic or written instructions

• Ability to read engineering drawings

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