Engineering Technician 4 (Space Systems Integration)

Job Title: Engineering Technician 3

Location: Redendo Beach, CA

TECHNICAL SKILLS

Must Have

• Hands-on knowledge and experience with the use of a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment

Nice To Have

• Fastener torquing
• Harness routing and installation
• Harness terminations
• Spot bonding of structural and conductive epoxies
• Thermal components install
• Unit/Box installation and removal

JOB DESCRIPTION

TELECOMMUTE: No- Teleworking not available for this position

CLEARANCE TYPE: NA

WORK SHIFT: 1st Shift (9/80A)

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

Description

Northrop Grumman is looking for an Engineering Technician 4 to support our Space Systems Integration, Test, and Launch Execution directorate. As a member of the Spacecraft Operations department, you'll be responsible for the assembly, test, and launch of a wide variety of spacecraft and payloads. This position will serve on-site in Redondo Beach, Ca.

Responsibilities:

Performs a variety of duties assisting mechanical engineers in the development, assembly and integration of Space Vehicle mechanical and electro-mechanical components, assemblies, and systems. Devises, fabricates, and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies. Participates in the development of sub-system and system test methodology. Assists with setting up and tests complete prototype and flight units and sub-assemblies under operational conditions.

Basic Qualifications for Engineering Technician 4:

• High School diploma or equivalent and 6 years additional education and/or related experience.
• Willing to work any shift and cover extended work weeks as required
• Demonstrate technical knowledge in manufacturing operations and procedures as it pertains to mechanical assembly with a high attention to detail
• Hands-on knowledge and experience with the use of a variety of hand tools and mechanical equipment

Preferred Qualifications for Engineering Technician 4:

• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office to supplement work order and other data requirements
• Comprehension with reading drawings, process specification, and work order instructions
• Experience working in clean room environments
• Proficient in use of precision measuring instruments
• Experienced in the spacecraft production and test methodologies