Full-Time

Mechanical Technician 2

Space Systems

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Northrop Grumman

Northrop Grumman

10,001+ employees

Aerospace and defense technology solutions provider

Cybersecurity
Aerospace
Defense

Compensation Overview

$27 - $32.26Hourly

+ Bonus

Junior

No H1B Sponsorship

Gilbert, AZ, USA

No relocation assistance available.

US Top Secret Clearance, US Citizenship Required

Category
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Word/Pages/Docs
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
PowerPoint/Keynote/Slides
Requirements
  • Shall possess a minimum of a High School diploma or technical training equivalent and 2 years of related experience as a Mechanical or Manufacturing technician or equivalent.
  • Knowledge of Excel, Word, and Power point are required.
  • Understanding of Clean Room requirements, Hazardous Material Handling, Hazardous Operations protocols, and related operational protocols.
  • The ability to support and maintain work areas up to company ESD, FOD and 5S standards.
  • Hands-on knowledge and experience with the use of a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment with the ability to read, interpret, and execute work to mechanical assembly drawings, wire lists and BOM's.
  • Ability to demonstrate technical knowledge in manufacturing operations and procedures as it pertains to mechanical assembly, harnessing, and soldering with a high attention to detail.
  • Ability to perform epoxy bonding and polymeric application as it pertains to space flight hardware.
  • The technical prowess to tackle and understand new engineering designs with minimal oversight.
Responsibilities
  • Performs a variety of duties assisting mechanical engineers in the development of mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs, tests, fabrications, modifications, assemblies and components.
  • Drafts detailed drawings for fabrication.
  • Devices, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies.
  • Sets up and tests complete prototype units and subassemblies under operational conditions.
  • Analyzes data and recommends modifications to components or test procedure to meet desired specifications.
  • Support spacecraft and spacecraft subsystem assembly and test.
Desired Qualifications
  • An active or current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI or SAP/SAR access
  • Experience with critical/hazardous operation a plus
  • Solumina MES, TipQA, Windchill, CREOView, and Spacecraft processing knowledge preferred.

Northrop Grumman provides advanced aerospace and defense technology solutions, focusing on areas such as autonomous systems, cybersecurity, and space operations. The company develops and integrates complex systems that support government and commercial clients, particularly the U.S. Department of Defense and international allies. Its products work by combining cutting-edge technology with extensive research and development to create comprehensive solutions tailored to specific needs. Unlike many competitors, Northrop Grumman emphasizes long-term contracts and a diversified income base across various segments, including Aerospace Systems and Mission Systems. The company's goal is to maintain a strong market position through continuous innovation and by delivering reliable, high-quality solutions to its clients.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$192.2M

Headquarters

Falls Church, Virginia

Founded

1939

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Increased demand for autonomous systems boosts Northrop Grumman's innovation in unmanned vehicles.
  • The U.S. Department of Defense's modernization efforts benefit Northrop Grumman's missile defense contracts.
  • Growing space exploration opportunities enhance Northrop Grumman's market for satellite servicing.

What critics are saying

  • Loss of key personnel to competitors may impact Northrop Grumman's cybersecurity edge.
  • China's development of similar on-orbit servicing capabilities poses a competitive threat.
  • Reliance on government contracts exposes Northrop Grumman to political and budgetary changes.

What makes Northrop Grumman unique

  • Northrop Grumman excels in autonomous systems, like the Manta-Ray drone for the U.S. Navy.
  • The company is a leader in space exploration with its Mission Robotic Vehicle launch in 2026.
  • Northrop Grumman's expertise in C4ISR solutions supports digital transformation in defense.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Performance Bonus