Engineering Technician 2/3

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: NoneTRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.Northrop Grumman, Space Systems, is seeking an Engineering Technician 2/Engineering Technician 3 to join our team. This position will be supporting Test and Research Operations in the Propulsion Systems Division at our facility located in Promontory, UT. More specifically this job is in the mechanical properties and safety testing group doing safety testing at M015.
We are excited for you to join our team of qualified and diverse individuals. Our domain provides rewarding work that contributes to the latest advancements being made in the missile defense industry.
The work at M015 is to categorize different energetic and explosive materials, some that are known and some that are unknown in an effort to scale up safe handling efforts. M015 is the first line in developing safety and handling procedures that are used in all the mixing and production areas. It uses technology and calibrated measuring equipment but also relies heavily on hearing and sight. The job can be physically demanding as you will be on your feet for most of the day. You will engage in problem solving. Attention to detail is crucial for performing tests as well as compiling data. The safety data generated by this lab is scaled up to determine proper handling methods that are used in manufacturing and shipping of finished products, so precision is crucial. The tests will generate loud noises, flashes of light, smoke and fumes. PPE for all these is provided and required. Must be willing to wear safety glasses, safety shoes, smock, respirators, hearing protection, dust masks, Tyvek sleeves and other PPE as deemed necessary. You will be responsible for performing routine testing for long periods of time. Good communication skills are required for both written and spoken words as you will communicate directly with company customers as well as government representatives. You will spend most of work week with just one other person so the ability to work on your own (but not alone) is required.
Roles and Responsibilities:

Work on various projects as assigned to help improve process and team environment.

The selected candidate should thrive in a fast-paced work environment with high expectations, significantly diverse assignments, and collaborative/team settings across all levels.

Compiles reports, data, planning, certifications, and other items to comply with internal and customer hardware packages that will be presented to outside customers for review acceptance.

Candidates must be highly organized, attentive to detail, possess strong computer and communication skills.

Perform construction and wiring of test fixtures and test chassis working from drawings, schematics and instructions.

This role will report on-site daily to our Propulsion Systems location near Corinne UT. Some domestic travel may be required. This in an onsite position, with no work from home options at the present.

Work in an energetics facility with exposure to different propellants and explosives

Will be required to wear personal protective equipment that includes but is not limited to smocks, coveralls, safety glasses, safety shoes and respirators.

Will be responsible for hosting and demonstrating a monthly 'energetics demo' that is part of all EP employees training.

Skills & Qualifications

Will often host groups from various facilities and government agencies.

Previous experience working with energetic materials

Previous experience gathering, maintaining and compiling technical data.

Able to read engineering documentation and reports including drawings and schematics.

Capability to understand and follow electronic work instruction documents.

Ability to read, clearly interpret and accurately follow standard work and other written instructions.