Description

Expand your horizons, advance your career, and contribute to a secure future for generations. Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector invites you to bring your pioneering spirit to our collaborative teams. As a Engineering Technician - Level 2 or Level 3 located in Gilbert, AZ, you’ll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one.     

• Draft and interpret detailed drawings for fabrication.

• Fabricate, assemble, and install mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic components or assemblies.

• Set up and conduct prototype unit and subsystem tests under operational conditions.

• Analyze test data, identify issues, and recommend modifications.

• Support critical space flight hardware integration with high attention to detail and safety.

• Maintain clean room protocols, hazardous material handling, and operational procedures.

• Work flexible schedules, including off shifts, weekends, overtime, and travel for launch campaigns (up to 25% domestic travel).

• The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills, a proactive mindset, and the ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues independently. This role requires adaptability, precision, and a commitment to mission success.

Shift Work  - This position requires the flexibility to work alternate shifts (2nd shift and 3rd shift) and potentially weekend shifts depending on test event schedules. Advanced notice of shift change will be provided when the needs arise. Shift differential pay and overtime is available in these situations.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Lead test configuration setups.

• Set up, troubleshoot, and repair Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE), including test racks and desktop equipment.

• Assist in cable design and test configuration development.

• Navigate and execute test scripts in Maestro and AstroRT environments.

• Verify completion of testing events and associated documentation.

• Support critical/hazardous operations as needed.

• Perform mechanical assembly, wire harnessing, and soldering.

• Apply epoxy bonding and polymeric applications for spaceflight hardware.

• Utilize precision torque techniques for fastener installations.

• Equipment & Process Management:

• Maintain work areas in compliance with ESD, FOD, and 5S standards.

• Perform calibration and preventative maintenance of electronic equipment.

• Support discrepancy documentation and resolution.

• Utilize software tools such as Solumina MES, TipQA, Windchill, and CREO View.

• Other duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications for Level 2:

• High School Diploma and 2 years of related experience as a Electrical, Mechanical, or equivalent.

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD government clearance. active and current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI or SAP/SAR access during the time of application.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio).

• Hands-on experience with aerospace or related equipment, harness build and installation methods.

• Knowledge of electrical measurements (AC/DC, resistance), voltage circuitry, and troubleshooting techniques.

• Understanding of clean room operations and spacecraft handling protocols.

• Ability to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to work flexible shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Basic Qualifications for Level 3:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience as a Electrical or Manufacturing Technician, or equivalent. 

• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio).

• Hands-on experience with aerospace equipment, harness build, and soldering. Knowledge of electrical measurements (AC/DC, resistance), voltage circuitry, and troubleshooting techniques.

• Understanding of clean room operations and spacecraft handling protocols.

• Ability to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks such as sanding or scrubbing over long periods of time.

• Must be able to work flexible shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.

 Preferred Qualifications:  

• Active or current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI or SAP/SAR access.

• A&P License.

• Flight hardware integration and spacecraft processing experience.

• Certifications in flight wire harnessing, flight soldering, and epoxy bonding.

• Experience with MLI (Thermal Blanket) installation.

• Familiarity with EGSE processes, test procedures, and troubleshooting support equipment.

• Aerospace/Satellite Integration & Test experience.

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https://www.northropgrumman.com/space

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