Mechanical Technician - Level 2 or 3 (2nd Shift)

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance availableCLEARANCE TYPE: SecretTRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time 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 is seeking a Mechanical Technician, Level 2 or 3 (2nd Shift) to join our team of qualified, diverse individuals within our Test and Evaluation organization. * This role is located in Melbourne, FL.
In this hands-on technical role, you will be responsible for the operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of lab operations equipment. You will provide technical support and contribute to the development and improvement of our engineering processes.
Key Responsibilities may include, but are not limited to:

Performing assembly tasks using specific process requirements (bonding, drilling, torquing, etc) to support daily assignments.
Handling delicate flight hardware while using proper ESD and contamination control best practice.
Performing mechanical assembly using engineering drawings, CPLM/NX models, and process documents.
Performing bonding operations using various adhesives for thermal, electrical, and mechanical connections on structural assemblies.
Providing feedback to engineers and designers on producibility enhancements.
Operating and maintaining Ground Support Equipment.
Work Schedule: This position operates on a 2nd shift schedule, working Monday through Thursday from 2 PM to 12:30 AM. Please note that hours and shifts are subject to change to meet customer demand. A shift differential will be paid where applicable.
Travel Requirements: Travel is estimated to be less than 10%.
Basic Qualifications:
This requisition may be filled at a Mechanical Technician - Level 2 or Mechanical Technician - Level 3 level based on the qualifications below.
Mechanical Technician - Level 2

High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience.

Must have an active DoD Secret Clearance (with a background investigation completed within the last 6 years or currently enrolled into Continuous Evaluation) and the ability to obtain Special Program Access (PAR) within a reasonable period, as determined by the company to meet its business needs.

Must be willing to obtain and maintain the appropriate medical clearance(s), as defined per the customer's contracting requirements, for the duration of your employment.

Ability to wear a respirator or other safety gear

Ability to frequently move and position objects weighing 50lbs and work with hazardous-materials, in accordance with safety regulations.

Ability to operate company-owned motor vehicles

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, work instructions and maintenance procedures.

Mechanical Technician - Level 3