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.

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today.

Strategic Space Systems Division (SSSD) is an industry-leading provider for prime satellite and payload capabilities and directed energy and electronics solutions for national security, military, and civil customers. We are built on a heritage of providing innovative, affordable and reliable aerospace and defense products that our customers rely on to achieve mission success. Join the Space revolution and make the impossible, possible.

This position will be part of a lean, agile team based within Northrop Grumman’s SSSD organization. The primary statement of work will be grounded out of Airbus OneWeb Satellite factory in Merritt Island, Florida. However, employees must be willing to travel on occasion to Redondo Beach, CA. or another facility within SSSD for training and relevant readiness assignments as required.

Performs a variety of duties assisting mechanical engineers in the development, assembly and integration of Space Vehicle mechanical and electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and systems. Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies. Participates in the development of sub-system and system test methodology. Assists with setting up and tests complete prototype and flight units and sub-assemblies under operational conditions. Individual must be able to demonstrate to Quality Assurance that work performed meets engineering drawing requirements. Works with chemicals. This position may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Must be willing to work any shift and extended work weeks.

Daily tasks include but are not limited to the following:

• Assemble and integrate units, harnesses, and the payload module.
• Design tests to verify system requirements.
• Develop detailed mechanical Integration and test procedures and execute those procedures.
• Document and remedy test anomalies and hardware non-conformances
• Coordinate technical disciplines to define operations and accomplish work efficiently.
• Provide input into the design of flight hardware and custom support equipment.
• Estimate task durations and execute according to schedules.
• Participate in all phases of the integration and test of a payload subsystem, SV system, and cross-team collaboration with the Airbus US Bus provider.
• Successful candidates in this role will have strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
• 401k
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
• Paid Time Off
• Health & Wellness Resources
• Employee Discounts

This position’s standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED) required
• US Citizenship required
• Two years of experience performing technician competencies
• Able to obtain and maintain a DoD Security clearance or SCI, S, TS Access
• Willing to work any shift and cover extended work weeks as required
• Hands-on knowledge and experience with the use of a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time

Preferred Qualifications:

• AA degree or other two-year technical degree
• Demonstrate technical knowledge in manufacturing operations and procedures as it pertains to mechanical assembly, harnessing with a high attention to detail
• Familiar with Northrop Grumman Corporation processes
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office to supplement work order and other data requirements
• Comprehension with reading drawings, process specification, and work order instructions
• Experience working in clean room environments
• Proficient in use of precision measuring instruments
• Current SCI, S, TS Clearance

Salary Range: $44,800 USD - $74,600 USD

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 health and safety of our employees and their families is a top priority. The company encourages employees to remain up-to-date on their COVID-19 vaccinations. U.S. Northrop Grumman employees may be required, in the future, to be vaccinated or have an approved disability/medical or religious accommodation, pursuant to future court decisions and/or government action on the currently stayed federal contractor vaccine mandate under Executive Order 14042 https://www.saferfederalworkforce.gov/contractors/.

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 http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.