Engineering Technician

Engineering Technician
- Level 1 or Level 2

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 an Engineering Technician
- Level 1 or Level 2 located in Promontory, UT, you'll be a linchpin in missions of paramount importance, defining the art of the possible from day one. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work.

Successful candidate will be required to review and implement test plans, drawings, specifications and planning in support of various development projects. Skills needed include strong working knowledge and experience in majority of the following areas: chemical handling, operation of specialized operating equipment and tooling, handling operation and safe use of various chemicals and explosives. This job requires daily exposure to these various chemicals and explosives.

Implementation of continuous improvement using 5S and Lean Manufacturing principles will be required. Job function requires use of standard computer skills. Must have experience in set-up, fabrication, and troubleshooting of mechanical systems and be able to demonstrate these skills. Must have strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills including the ability to read technical manuals and instructions. Must possess the ability to learn software systems and a working knowledge to troubleshoot systems those systems independently.

We have a small team that works together but much of the work will be done on your own. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the ability to self start as well as the desire for continuous learning. This position will work a 4/10 schedule, overtime is required as needed.

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

• Work on various projects as assigned to help improve process and team environment.
• The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.
• Compiles reports, data, planning, certifications, and other items to comply with internal and customer hardware packages that will be presented to outside customers for review acceptance.
• Candidates must be highly organized, attentive to detail, possess strong computer and communication skills.
• Perform construction and wiring of test fixtures and test chassis working from drawings, schematics and instructions.
• This role will report on-site daily to our Propulsion Systems location near Corinne UT. Some domestic travel may be required. This in an onsite position, with no work from home options at the present.
• Must be disciplined to follow detailed instructions and comply with procedures
• Excellent written and oral communication skills to create clear and understandable documentation
• Computer skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and database applications
• Other duties as assigned

Why you? You're the candidate we're searching for if you are ready to achieve the impossible alongside like-minded innovators.

Basic Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED and 2 years of relevant experience OR associate's degree/certificate in a STEM discipline (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) and 0 years of relevant experience.
• Previous experience gathering, maintaining and compiling technical data.
• Able to read engineering documentation and reports including drawings and schematics.

Additional Requirements:

• Successful candidate must be able to pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA)
• Must be able to qualify for an Alcohol Tobacco and Firearm (ATF) "Explosives Possessor" designation
• Capability to understand and follow electronic work instruction documents.
• Ability to read, clearly interpret and accurately follow standard work and other written instructions.
• Capable of the use of calibrated measuring instruments including calipers, micrometers, and electrical meters.
• Proficient with manual and power tools.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.

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