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NGDS's Missile Products Division is seeking an Engineering Technician 2 at our Allegany Ballistics Lab (ABL) location in Rocket Center, WV . ABL develops and manufactures a broad range of products, primarily for defense, with a focus on tactical solid rocket propulsion. The Engineering Technician will provide technical support to engineers on a variety of technical tasks. This role will require a heavy use of fine motor skills in usings your hands to build and manufacture. The Engineering Technician will oversee potting operations, maintain proper equipment operation, perform rework on product. At times the Engineering Technician will also gather, maintain, format, compile, and manipulate technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes. Also, produce engineering documentation, reports, drawings (flow charts, block diagrams, and schematics). Uses personal computer in performance of analyses and development of documentation/reports. May conduct tests and record data to assist with engineering evaluation or analysis. This position will be onsite at the Rocket Center, WV location and is open for second or third shift with the possibility of first shift.

Principal Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

• Operate analytical instrumentation and subscale mixers.

• Ability to operate computer control systems.

• Performs standard analytical test methods and/or mixing operations for quality control, material assessment, or engineering evaluation.

• Provides technical support to plant personnel.

• Gathers and prepares technical data, such as laboratory or material test results and engineering design changes.

• Follows engineering documentation requirements including specifications and drawings.

• Performs mathematical calculations using established formulas.

• Performs quantitative judgments concerning technical data.

• Disposes of energetics and raw materials per regulatory guidelines

• Communicates with multiple disciplines across the facility.

• Monitor gage, instrument, and equipment calibrations.

• Performs various technical procedures and operations.

• Makes and records observations; performs simple calculations; collect and prepare data for evaluation.

• Conducts team support functions such as stocking and distributing supplies and equipment; arranging and dismantling apparatus; and collecting, washing, and storing glassware.

• Performs technical and record keeping duties in conformance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements.

• Communicates effectively as part of a team.

• Maintains the highest safety standards by following documented procedures.

• Maintains high ethical standards of work and personal conduct.

• Ability to change job assignments to support program needs.

• Ability to multitask.

Position Requirements:

• Preferred 2-year Technology Degree OR 2 years of experience in a laboratory/manufacturing setting.

• Ability to routinely lift 50 pounds and ability to work in tight spaces.

• Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting.

• Ability to work independently and with minimum supervision.

• Proficient in MS office.

• Ability and willingness to work off shifts.

• Provide coverage on weekends and off shifts as needed.

• US citizenship required with the ability to obtain a DoD Secret security clearance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience handling energetics, hazardous chemicals, and solvents preferred.

• Experience working in an analytical lab.

Salary Range: $45,800 - $76,300

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Employees may be eligible for 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.

The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.

Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action 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/AA and Pay Transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO . U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.