Composite Prototype Technician - Level 1 or Level 2 - R10217620

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. 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.

• Able to prepare and operate 3D composite weaving machines and densification autoclaves, including assembly of pre‑forms and routing/lacing of graphite fiber spools.
• Continuously monitor machinery to ensure weaving is completed according to established plans and procedures.
• Operate and monitor high‑temperature and high‑pressure equipment during the densification process.
• Monitor and verify quality using statistical process control and design specifications.
• Participate in programs or functional team projects to develop process‑improvement methods, solutions, and procedures that enhance program quality, cost, and scheduling.
• Pass all job‑specific or specialized training programs required for core tasks or specialized assignments.
• Safely handle hazardous waste materials for disposal.
• Understand and apply stringent procedures to assigned duties; ethics, compliance, and quality of work are essential.
• Work shift work to include weekends and holidays.
• Safely lift up to 50 lbs.
• Obtain or maintain a secret clearance.
• Maintain Employee Possessor (EP) status under the Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of related composite or mechanical work experience.
• No clearance required to start.
• Prefer associate’s degree or technical certificate related to composite material.
• Successful candidate must pass a background check for the Federal Safe Explosives Act (SEA).
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Currently possess or be able to obtain a secret clearance.

• Health, life, and disability insurance.
• Retirement savings plan.
• Company‑paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and personal business.
• Opportunity for overtime, shift differential, and discretionary bonus in addition to base pay.

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