Assembler 1

About the Role

Northrop Grumman Mission Systems is seeking an Assembler 1 for their team in Apopka, FL. This role involves following manufacturing process plans, contributing to continuous improvement, working with minimal supervision, demonstrating attention to detail, multitasking ability, initiative, and effective work prioritization.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of production assembly operations on optical and electro-mechanical assemblies and subassemblies, including lenses, mirrors, prisms, mounts, and housings.
• Assemble optical components into mounts or mechanical structures using hand tools and fixtures.
• Handle and install sensitive components, adhering to cleaning and safe handling practices.
• Prepare and bond parts (metal, plastic, glass) using specified adhesives (epoxy, tape).
• Apply adhesives using syringes, dispensers, or automated equipment, with or without the use of microscopes.
• Follow ESD and FOD practices and controls.
• Adhere to detailed work instructions, assembly drawings, and routers.
• May conduct quality inspections on the processing line according to quality specifications.
• May disassemble, modify, rework, reassemble, and test experimental or prototype assemblies and subassemblies according to specifications and under simulated conditions.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• HS Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to work with chemicals, solvents, and paint.
• Ability to perform basic problem solving.
• Ability to utilize production work orders, documents, drawings, and specifications to perform tasks.
• Ability to follow standard operating and safety procedures when using tools, equipment, chemicals, and solvents.

Qualifications

• US citizen or Resident.
• Basic verbal & written communication skills for minimal interaction with others.

Preferred Qualifications

• Soldering certification.
• Experience working with optical or mechanical subassemblies.
• Experience working under a microscope.