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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 currently looking for a Rocket Casing Robotic Spray Engineering Technician to join our team. This position will be supporting the Propulsion Systems Division to work at our Magna, Utah location. 

Roles and Responsibilities:

As a Spray Liner Engineering Technician, you will prepare, maintain, and operator PLC’s to control the robotic spraying of resins, explosive powder and final liner materials inside of rocket motor chambers while following detailed work instructions. Technician will work closely with process engineering referring to product drawings/blueprints. Additionally, chosen candidate will be trained to certify as a Level I Thermography Inspector. 

•  Perform pre-operational robot checkouts. 
•  Mask equipment to protect it from materials being applied. 
•  Monitor material parameters during processing to verify requirements. 
•  Cleaning and rebuilding spray gun assemblies. 
•  Stewardship of the Spray Lance Robots and related facilities. 
•  Operator PLC’s during charging, spraying, and flushing of the robotic operations. 
•  Perform visual inspection of the final liner application. 
•  Maintain SPC data tracking during spraying operations and accurately calculate weights to determine correct material application inside cases. 
•  Perform thermography, infrared color scale inspections, on chambers to validate cork to case bonding integrity. 
•  Coordination of spraying operations with multiple support organizations. 
•  Track daily execution performance to budgets. 
•  Accountability and control of explosive powder. 
•  Performs other duties as assigned by management. 

Competencies for Success: 

•  Strong interpersonal skills with ability to interface with an organization at all levels. 
•  Strong attention to detail and accuracy. 
•  Strong problem-solving ability.  
•  Willingness to meet customer needs. 
•  Ability to multitask and prioritize. 
•  Initiative, self-starter, adaptable, and high motivation for excellence. 
•  High energy, results oriented, self-motivated/self-reliant, team player. 
•  Ability to work in a dynamic, fast paced environment. 
•  Must comply with company policies and procedures and be willing to work in a defined TEAM environment. 

Basic Qualifications:

•  4 years of related work experience. 
•  Experience/ Working knowledge of instrumentation/testing work instructions, drawings, materials, and equipment. 
•  Proficient with computer applications, such as Word, Access, Excel, etc. 

Preferred Qualifications: 

•  Prefer Associates Degree in a related discipline, related special certifications may also be considered. 
•  Prefer experience include up to 1 year of operating a robot in a production environment.  
•  Experience working with energetics a Big Plus 

Position Benefits:

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Space Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:

•    Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
•    401k
•    Educational Assistance
•    Life Insurance
•    Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
•    Paid Time Off
•    Health & Wellness Resources
•    Employee Discounts 

Salary Range: $55,800.00 - $93,000.00

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.