Electronics Assembler

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE:
No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START:
No

CLEARANCE TYPE:
Secret

TRAVEL:
Yes, 10% of the Time

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking to hire for the Life Cycle Sustainment Operations (LCSO) team as an Electronics Assembler (13Y926) based out of Elkridge, MD. Northrop Grumman is a trusted provider of mission-enabling solutions for global security, delivering secure, affordable, integrated, and multi-domain systems and technologies.

You will use electronic components, mechanical parts, drawings and engineering documentation, tools, and manufacturing processes to build and/or repair units such as circuit card assemblies, cable assemblies and wire harnesses, modules, and cabinet assemblies.

• Obtain all necessary information to perform job assignments and report any discrepancies to appropriate personnel
• Plan, lay out, assemble, wire and solder electrical/electronic and mechanical equipment and apparatus such as PC boards, controls and control panels, assemblies, converters, inverters, and small output stations
• Read and interpret schematics and wiring diagrams to perform point-to-point assembly, where assemblies and subassemblies require wiring and soldering of large masses of wires in confined spaces
• Follow appropriate wiring diagrams; perform wiring using harness boards, tie-in cables and harnesses; install mechanical parts, components and fasteners as specified
• Perform electrical/electronic and mechanical assembly tasks working as a member of an assembly team as assigned
• Lay out and construct harness boards to assemble and form wiring and cables for a wide variety of electrical/electronic and mechanical assemblies and subassemblies
• Mix and apply bonding components and encapsulates
• Perform product finishing functions as required; obtain and maintain proper certifications, such as Conformal Coating Printed Wiring Assembly (PWA), Paints/Epoxies, etc.
• Use and operate a broad range of hand tools, assembly equipment and safety equipment to perform tasks
• Understand the function of and use a broad range of electrical/electronic and mechanical parts and components such as brackets, solder, wire, resistors, diodes, capacitors, relays, transformers, coils, switches, PC boards, epoxies, etc.
• Work closely with other personnel and attend company sponsored training courses to obtain knowledge and skills for career development
• Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition

• High School Diploma or GED with 2 years of experience working with mechanical assembly and repair as well as circuit card assembly and repair
• Experience utilizing a broad range of hand tools, assembly equipment and safety equipment to perform tasks
• Experience using a microscope for circuit card assembly repairs
• Ability to complete basic solder certification, visual acuity test and in-house skills training
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level security clearance is required
• U.S. citizenship required

• Active/Current U.S. Government Secret Clearance
• AA Degree or higher
• Exceptional mechanical/electrical aptitude
• SAP or other ERP/MRP System experience

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. Benefits include Health Plan, Savings Plan, Paid Time Off and Additional benefits including Education Assistance, Training and Development, 9/80 Work Schedule (where available), and more.

Primary Level Salary Range: $48,459.00 - $

The salary range is a general guideline;
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, overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus may be available. Long Term Incentives may be offered for certain VP or Director roles.

Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays, and paid time off for vacation and/or personal business. The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the posting date, but this may be shortened or extended based on business needs and candidate availability.

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, visit  U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.