NDT Tech ; SkillBridge

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret

TRAVEL:
No

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 Skill Bridge Program is looking for a talented NDT Tech 3 (Skillbridge) to join our team in Charlottesville, VA.

As one of the largest global security companies in the world, Northrop Grumman is proud to help our nation’s military personnel navigate their next chapter into civilian careers. Approximately 20% of Northrop Grumman’s 100,000 employees self-identify as veterans, and more than 2,000 are reservists. The Northrop Grumman Skill Bridge Program is an approved Skill Bridge Program under Dept. of Defense Instruction 1322.29.

The program is an opportunity for service members preparing for civilian careers to gain valuable civilian work experience during their last 6 months of service, for up to 180 days. The Skill Bridge Program is open to all ranks and experience levels. Skill Bridge participants are not eligible for compensation from Northrop Grumman, as they continue to receive military compensation and benefits as active-duty service members.

Northrop Grumman Corporation (NGC) has developed the Northrop Grumman – Skill Bridge Program (Skill Bridge) utilizing the DoDI guidance for Skill Bridge. Through this program, the service-member will work on site with their host company, gaining experience in an entry to mid‑level career path. The service member will be on the job training supporting a work schedule equivalent to 40hrs per week.

Outlined below are the Goals, Objectives, and Outcomes for the program.

Goals – Provide separating service‑members with job skills training in a professional setting during the final phase of their military service. This program is specifically designed to offer hands‑on experience that result in the potential to convert to a full‑time opportunity as the conclusion of the training. Participants will serve as a pipeline for high‑speed, motivated military candidates into NGC.

Objectives – Service Members who complete the Skill Bridge program will be highly trained, capable, future employees that align to the specific needs of the organization and are prepared to meet the NG mission “Defining Possible” on Day 1. This program provides comprehensive hands‑on experience including professional development, networking with leadership, and training specifically focused on NG leadership principles, company history, customer/stakeholder engagement, product and service overview, and core job responsibilities.

Outcome – Offer service‑members preparing for civilian careers a rewarding opportunity to join the Northrop Grumman team.

• Has served at least 180 days on active duty
• Is within 12 months of separation or retirement
• Will receive an honorable discharge
• Has taken any service TAPS/TGPS
• Has attended or participated in an ethics brief within the last 12 months
• Received Unit Commander (first O‑4/Field Grade commander in chain of command) written authorization and approval to participate in Skill Bridge Program prior to start of internship.

• Perform inspections of Welded Assemblies utilizing Visual Inspection (VT) and Liquid Penetrant (PT) Non‑Destructive Testing Methods.
• Complete Daily Performance Checks to ensure…