Manufacturing Technician

Northrop Grumman

About the Role

The Manufacturing Technician 1 position performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations in Precision Assembly and panel fabrication.

Work Shift: 1st Shift (5:00am – 2:30pm)

Location: San Diego, CA

Key Responsibilities

• Handling and managing fragile composite materials
• Prep, lay-up and bonding of composite products
• Experience with layup of uni-directional and weave pre-pregs
• May report status/progress and interface with other employees and departments
• Tooling preparation and release application
• Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, rulers, and tape measures for fabricating hardware
• Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness
• Execute to written instructions

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School diploma or equivalent and/or 0 - 2 years additional education and/or related discipline
• Experience working in a composites/manufacturing environment (space/satellite structures, aerospace manufacturing environment)
• Demonstrated Mechanical Ability
• Able to read, write and work to written instructions, blueprints, or shop drawings in English
• Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic
• Ability to work under limited supervision
• Ability to lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
• Ability to be on feet for up to 8+ hours each day
• Ability to work Overtime and Weekends as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail
• Excels in a team environment
• Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence
• Ability to multitask, prioritize
• Experience or familiarity with ISO requirements, standards, and compliance issues
• Standard computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office: Word and Excel
• Experience with cranes and rigging, forklifts, and similar manufacturing equipment