Northrop Grumman

Overview

At Northrop Grumman, employees work on revolutionary systems that impact lives globally. The Engineering Technician Level 4 role in Gilbert, AZ, involves supporting mechanical and electromechanical engineering designs and spacecraft assembly.

Responsibilities

• Draft and interpret detailed drawings for fabrication.
• Fabricate, assemble, and install mechanical, electromechanical, and electronic components or assemblies.
• Set up and conduct prototype unit and subsystem tests under operational conditions.
• Analyze test data, identify issues, and recommend modifications.
• Support critical space flight hardware integration with high attention to detail and safety.
• Maintain clean room protocols, hazardous material handling, and operational procedures.
• Work flexible schedules, including off shifts, weekends, and overtime.
• Lead test configuration setups.
• Set up, troubleshoot, and repair Electronic Ground Support Equipment (EGSE).
• Assist in cable design and test configuration development.
• Navigate and execute test scripts in Maestro and AstroRT environments.
• Verify completion of testing events and associated documentation.
• Support critical/hazardous operations as needed.
• Perform mechanical assembly, wire harnessing, and soldering.
• Apply epoxy bonding and polymeric applications for spaceflight hardware.
• Utilize precision torque techniques for fastener installations.
• Maintain work areas in compliance with ESD, FOD, and 5S standards.
• Perform calibration and preventative maintenance of electronic equipment.
• Support discrepancy documentation and resolution.
• Utilize software tools such as Solumina MES, TipQA, Windchill, and CREO View.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience as an Electrical or Manufacturing Technician.
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Top-Secret security clearance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio).
• Hands-on experience with aerospace equipment, harness build, and soldering.
• Knowledge of electrical measurements (AC/DC, resistance), voltage circuitry, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Understanding of clean room operations and spacecraft handling protocols.
• Ability to lift and position objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to perform repetitive motion tasks such as sanding or scrubbing over long periods of time.
• Must be able to work flexible shifts, including 2nd and 3rd shift schedules, weekends, and overtime as needed.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• PTO

Additional Information

• Travel required: Yes, 10% of the Time.
• Location: Gilbert, AZ.