Composite Bonder Technician, Entry Level

About the Role

Northrop Grumman is seeking a hands-on Composite Bonder – Entry Level professional to join our Manufacturing Operations Organization within the Aeronautics Systems sector at our Clearfield, UT site. This position supports the B-Shift, a weekday night shift (Mon - Thurs 4pm-2:30am).

Key Responsibilities

• Read and understand blueprints
• Lay out articles, cut parts or materials to size, and apply liquid or solid bonding agents
• Understand ply orientations and vacuum bagging processes
• Operate autoclave, hydraulic presses, and ovens to complete bonding cycles
• Control conditions of heat, pressure, and timing by setting and operating various controls according to specifications
• Sand, bur, and smooth areas; apply sealing resins to cut or exposed edges
• Complete repairs on composite, metal, or laminate bonded products using inspection and rework instructions
• Monitor and verify quality of finished product

Requirements & Tech Stack

• High School Diploma or GED
• 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
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret level clearance and Special Program Access within a reasonable period. 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 flexible, changing shifts, including weekends.

Qualifications

• Current/active U.S. Government Secret level clearance (Preferred)
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing (Preferred)
• Demonstrated ability using standard measuring equipment and power hand tools (Preferred)
• Ability to read and interpret schematics, assembly drawings, process specifications, technical manuals, written instructions, test procedures, blueprints, etc. (Preferred)