Manufacturing Technician - Level 2

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: No CLEARANCE TYPE: None TRAVEL: No Northrop Grumman’s Space Sector is seeking a Manufacturing Technician – Level 2 to join our team in Devens, MA. This position is 100% onsite and cannot accommodate telecommute work. AOA Xinetics (AOX) is a wholly owned Northrop Grumman Space Systems, Strategic Business Unit, a leading supplier of complex electro‑optical and photonic systems and subsystems that control and manipulate light waves for a variety of applications. Overview: Reporting to the Manufacturing Operations Manager, the Manufacturing Technician 2 performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set‑up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies for our casted (Ceraform) and 3D Printed (Ceraprint) Silicon Carbide optics and mechanical structures. The Manufacturing Technician will use sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on‑line adjustments to products, instruments or equipment. They will determine and assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. The Manufacturing Technician works with engineers in conducting experiments. In this job, you will: Perform functions associated with all manufacturing operations in ceramics fabrication. Handling and managing fragile ceramic materials. Weighing and mixing raw materials. Preparing ceramic materials for firing in a furnace. Perform filing, grinding of ceramic materials. Assist with maintaining furnaces and processing equipment. Read and follow drawings, documentation and other instructions with strict adherence to procedural compliance. Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, rulers, and tape measures for fabricating hardware. Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness. Basic Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent and 2 years additional education and/or related experience. No clearance required to start. Strong attention to detail. Demonstrated mechanical ability. Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic. Able to read, write and work written instructions, blueprints, or shop drawings. Excels in a team environment. Initiative, self‑starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence. Ability to work under limited supervision. Preferred Qualifications: Standard computer literacy skills in Microsoft Office: Word and Excel. Experience working in a ceramic manufacturing environment (space/satellite structures, aerospace manufacturing environment). Experience or familiarity with ISO requirements, standards, and compliance issues. Primary Level Salary Range: $51,400.00 - $85,600.00 Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business. Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions. Job Category: Manufacturing and Production #J-18808-Ljbffr Northrop Grumman Corp. (JP)