Engineering Technician 2/3

About the role

• RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
• CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No
• CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
• TRAVEL: No

About the role

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.

Put your skills to the test by pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. From global defense to sustainment and modernization to mission readiness, your experience and ability will make it a reality. Our programs are built on equal parts of curiosity and collaboration. Our combined effort means our customers can connect and defend millions of people around the world. With Northrop Grumman, you’ll have the opportunity to be an essential part of projects that will define your career, now and in the future.

Northrop Grumman’s Defense Systems sector currently has a need for two Engineering Technicians 2/3 to support on-site at our Rocket Center, West Virginia location.

Provides technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. Gathers, maintains, formats, compiles, and manipulates technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Produces engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics).

Performs detailed mathematical calculations using established formulas; preliminary analyses of data where guidelines are provided in such areas as trajectory adequacy, model dimensional consistency; and quantitative judgments concerning technical data. Use personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis.

Principal Accountabilities / Responsibilities

• Conduct daily operations of analytical instruments to ensure accurate data collection and analysis for research purposes
• Perform audits of hazardous waste inventory to ensure compliance with safety regulations and accuracy within the designated research area
• Handle energetic and hazardous materials on a daily basis
• Ability to cover off shift and weekend operations
• Operate various computer systems and manage database entries
• Maintain accurate records of explosive inventory and ensure compliance with established limits across all facility buildings
• Performs standard analytical test methods and/or mixing operations for quality control, material assessment, or engineering evaluation.
• Performs mathematical calculations using established formulas.
• Performs quantitative judgments concerning technical data.
• Provides technical support across multiple disciplines.
• Monitor gage, instrument, and equipment calibrations.

Basic Qualifications

• Level 2: High school diploma and 2 years of relevant work experience.
• Level 3: High school diploma and 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Must be willing to work off shifts and weekends
• Ability to lift 50 pounds
• Experience working in an analytical lab
• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting
• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision
• Proficient in MS office
• Understanding of energetics, hazardous chemicals, and solvents

Preferred Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent and 4 years additional education and/or related experience
• MS Office tools including Excel and Word
• Extensive experience handling energetics, hazardous chemicals, and solvents
• Full understanding of computer control systems, including Solumina and Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS), to streamline data management and operational efficiency
• Sample preparation of cured materials
• Working knowledge of material sensitivity testing for hazard analysis
• Burn rate analysis of energetic materials
• Experience assisting the plant maintenance department and off-site contractors on test equipment to ensure proper operation
• Knowledge of data distribution to appropriate personnel or area
• Experience of sparging and drying of nitramines and liquid explosives

Primary Level Salary Range

$48,400.00 - $80,600.00

Secondary Level Salary Range

$57,500.00 - $95,900.00

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.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and 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.