Comp Prototype Technician 1 – Northrop Grumman – Magna, UT

  • Category: Manufacturing and Production
  • Location: Magna, Utah
  • US Citizenship Required for this Position: Yes
  • Clearance Type: None
  • Telecommute: No –Teleworking not available for this position
  • Shift: Multiple
  • Travel Required: No
  • Positions Available: 1

Embark on a career putting innovative, reliable, and agile products and ideas into orbit, and beyond. Northrop Grumman has opportunities waiting for you that play a vital role in human space exploration, national defense, and scientific discovery, supporting multiple programs across the universe. With us, you’ll discover a culture of curiosity and collaboration that will have you Defining Possible from the day you start. Our space systems connect and protect millions of people on earth every day, now and for the future. Explore your future and launch your career today. Northrop Grumman Space Systems is currently seeking a Composite Prototype Technician, to work at our Bacchus Facility in Magna, Utah. The successful candidate will work as part of a team in the Carbon/Carbon manufacturing facility in the fabrication of 3D Composites Carbon/Carbon Rocket Motor Nozzle Integral Throat Entry components and ablative structures, using automated textile weaving machinery and high pressure/temperature autoclaves.

Requirements include: • Able to prepare and operate 3D composite weaving machines and Densification Autoclaves including assembly of pre-forms, routing/lacing of graphite fiber spools.

  • Able to continuously monitor machinery to ensure weaving is completed according to established planning and procedures.
  • Safety performs duties associated with the Densification process which includes the set-up, operation and monitoring of high temperature and high pressure equipment.
  • Able to monitor and verify quality in accordance with statistical process control and design specifications.
  • Participates in programs or functional team projects developing process improvement methods, solutions, and procedures to enhance program quality, cost, and scheduling.
  • Must pass all job-specific or specialized training programs required for core tasks or specialized assignments.
  • Required to perform safe handling of hazardous waste materials for disposal.
  • Possess ability to understand, and apply stringent procedures to assigned duties. Ethics, compliance, and quality of work are essential to this position.
  • Must be able to work shift work to include weekends and holidays.
  • Must be able to safely lift up to 50 lbs.

• Currently possess or be able to obtain a secret clearance. Education/Certifications/Experience: • High School Diploma or GED

  • No addition work experience required for this entry level position. Maybe hire at a higher level with High School plus 2 years of related Composite or Mechanical work experience
  • Prefer Associates degree or Technical Certificate related to composite material Northrup Grumman has the people, strategy, agility, and products to thrive in a highly dynamic national security and space environment. If you are a dynamic, successful, driven professional, Northrup Grumman is the company that will further your experience and career growth. We offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including, medical, dental, 401k, tuition reimbursement, and much more. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are committed to a diverse workforce. UTSpace

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