Engineering Technician - Level 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE : No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE TYPE : None

TRAVEL : Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

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's Space Sector is seeking a Engineering Technician - Level 2 to join our team in Promontory, UT .

The candidate will be responsible for preparing, testing and evaluating a wide variety of adhesives to support laboratory testing and quality assurance processes. This role plays a critical part in ensuring material integrity, regulatory compliance, and accurate test results.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following :

Collect representative samples in accordance with engineering, regulatory, and laboratory requirements.

Verify material identification and ensure traceability during the fabrication and testing process and ensure all materials are properly labeled and stored following engineering and planning requirements.

Communicate any inconsistencies, deviations, or safety concerns to appropriate personnel.

Adhere to safety and hygiene standards, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Maintain laboratory infrastructure including sample preparation and equipment set-ups and breakdown. Candidate will be expected to maintain a high standard of operational discipline to support clean, safe, and efficient operations.

Work with LIMS, Quality, and inventory databases to track material and test results.

Basic Qualifications :

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and / or related experience. Will consider an additional 4+ years of experience in lieu of degree.

No clearance required to start

Familiarity with MSDS / SDS and hazardous material handling procedures.

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly.

Comfortable working in environments that may involve exposure to chemicals, noise, and temperature variations.

Use of PPE including gloves, safety glasses, lab smocks, and ESD safety shoes is required.

Basic computer and software competencies are required.

Flexibility to occasionally work swing shifts and weekends when required.

Preferred Qualifications :

Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or warehouse environment, especially with chemical handling, is highly desirable.

2+ years of hands-on experience with adhesives in engineering, manufacturing, or lab setting.

Strong understanding of adhesive chemistry and bonding principles.

Knowledge of surface preparation, application techniques, cure cycles, and post-processing.

Mechanical testing knowledge (e.g., tensile, shear and peel strength).

Familiarity with ASTM methods related to adhesive performance.

Experience with handling and disposal of energetic materials

Curious about all the exciting developments with the Northrop Grumman Space Sector? Click the link below :

Working at Northrop Grumman is more than just a paycheck. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards and benefits package designed to help you thrive at work and in life. For more information on our Total Rewards package, please visit our Total Rewards site.

Northrop Grumman Total Rewards ( 1y2u5rc _gcl_au MTkyMjcyNDUxNS4xNzUyNTg4MDg3 _ga MzA4NDM5NjgzLjE2NzM5ODM3ODg. _ga_7YV3CDX0R2

• czE3NTMyNzU3NDgkbzEyMzckZzEkdDE3NTMyNzY2ODQkajU5JGwwJGgw)

Primary Level Salary Range : $47,000.00 - $78,300.00

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.

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.