Manufacturing Technician 1
Northrop Grumman
Iuka, MSFresher2h agovia LinkedIn
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- Who can apply
- New grads, no experience needed · Diploma
- Must know
- OperationsStatistics
- Work
- On-site in Iuka
- Pay
- Not stated by the employer.
- Skill demand
- Operations44%Statistics4%of 99 similar entry-level jobs posted in the US this week
- Listed
- Nov 5, 2026 · still open
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About the Role
- This position is with Northrop Grumman's Manufacturing Operations Organization, Aeronautics Systems sector, at their Iuka, MS site.
- The role may be filled at varying shift times, including weekdays, nights, and weekends, with shift differential paid during eligible shifts.
Key Responsibilities
- Read and understand blueprints.
- Translate blueprints into fabrications of structural assemblies, including precision drilling, countersinking, and the use of calibrated tools.
- Align parts on jigs using templates and fixtures.
- Perform part-fitting operations: filing, sawing, burring, crimping, trimming, framing, riveting, drilling, and reaming.
- Measure parts with precision tools such as micrometers and calipers to verify dimensions.
- May modify incomplete and complete assemblies to incorporate changes to structure and verify quality in accordance with statistical process or other control procedures.
- Daily usage of manufacturing shop controls and systems.
- Use of appropriate PPE when working on the shop floor.
- Recommend and implement continuous improvement activities in production methods, equipment performance, and team effectiveness.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Ability to perform moderate strenuous physical and repetitious work, including bending, stooping, kneeling, carrying tools, lifting up to 35 pounds, working overhead or at heights, and accessing small, confined spaces.
- Secret level clearance required for start.
- U.S. Citizenship required for clearance.
- Must successfully complete and pass the “ASTAR New Hire Training / Compliance” within a reasonable time period.
- Ability to work any shift depending on business needs.
- Travel: 10% of the Time.
Qualifications
- High School diploma/GED and 9 months of experience, OR completion of an approved Aircraft Fabrication or Composites course (prior to starting).
- Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period.
Preferred Qualifications
- Current/active U.S. Government Secret level clearance.
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing.