Manufacturing Technician 3

Requisition ID: R10181715
Category: Manufacturing and Production
* Location: Mesa, Arizona, United States of America
* Clearance Type: None
* Telecommute: No- Teleworking not available for this position
* Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)
* Travel Required: No
* Positions Available: 1
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 has an exciting opportunity for a Manufacturing Technician 3 in Mesa, AZ.

The Mesa, Arizona location of Northrop Grumman's Defense Systems Division produces automatic medium caliber gun systems. Northrop Grumman gun systems built for the U.S. and international militaries have been used in all major conflicts since World War II in a variety of applications to include small and large ground vehicles, helicopters, airplanes and naval ships.
Responsibilities:
Typical duties will include but not be limited to the following.

Perform new assembly, sub-assembly, teardown, inspection and rebuild of cannons

* Troubleshoot and solve unique problems working with engineering and other composite technicians

* Follow manufacturing orders, instructions, and drawings.

* Utilize lean manufacturing principles and disciplines to enhance quality, cost and delivery

* Support other work cells or completes other duties as necessary

* Coordinates internally with engineering, quality, production control and production control

* Requires Proficiency in MS office applications.

* Able to manage multiple tasks and have strong organizational skills.

* Work independently with minimal supervision.

* Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

* Ability to work in a standing position for extended time periods.

* Must be able to work as a team

Minimum Qualifications:

High School diploma or equivalent, plus 4 years of additional education and/or related experience

* 4 years of manufacturing related experience

* Ability to read and understand blueprints, technical specifications, and operating procedures

* Must be a US Citizen

* Must be able to lift, push, pull and carry 50 lbs.

* "As a responsible party to ATF, obtain coverage under Safe Explosive Act as employee possessor/responsible person upon starting."

* Able to start work a 4/10 (Mon-Thurs) 5 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. schedule, work overtime and some weekends if needed.

Preferred Qualifications:

Mechanical aptitude/ experience (please be sure, this is highlighted on your resume)

* Experience in a manufacturing environment using common tools.

Salary Range: $51,200 - $85,400
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, 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.
Employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.