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 Aeronautics Systems (NGAS) has an opening for a Machinist 2/Machinist 3 . This position will be supporting our Beavercreek, OH and Kettering, OH facilities and requires onsite presence due to the nature of the role. We are a world-class manufacturer of composite structures, radomes, and antenna systems for military applications.
The role will be responsible for setting up and operating 3 and 5 Axis Milling Machines. This is a great opportunity for an experienced CNC Machinist who desires exciting and challenging work to join our team!
Essential Duties / Responsibilities:
Plan machining by studying work orders, blueprints, engineering plans, materials, specifications, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
Align and fasten work using standard fixtures and established methods.
Use a variety of machinist hand tools and precision measuring instruments.
Perform computations relating to dimensions of work, tooling, feeds, and speeds.
Program and edit G-Code and conversational.
Implement lean initiatives by identifying and providing suggestions on areas for improvement.
The ideal candidate will be able to work under minimal supervision, be a quick learner, and a team player. He / She will have high integrity and understand the importance of escalating errors to their supervisor immediately.
*This position requires the ability to work a WEEKEND DAY shift schedule from 6:00am - 6:30pm Friday - Sunday. Shift differential will be paid during eligible times.
This role can be filled at a Machinist 2 or Machinist 3 depending on the qualifications below
Basic Qualifications for a Machinist 2:
High school diploma or equivalent/GED and 2 years of additional education and/or related experience
Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical prior to start
Must be able to pass an Eye Exam prior to start
Experience running machines and setup
Experience on 3 Axis CNC machines
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
2 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers.
Active Secret DoD Security Clearance
Associates degree or Trade School certification
Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials
Basic Qualifications for a Machinist 3:
High school diploma or equivalent/GED and 4 years of additional education and/or related experience
Must be able to pass a New Hire Physical prior to start
Must be able to pass an Eye Exam prior to start
Experience running machines and setup
Experience on 3 Axis CNC machines
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance
Preferred Qualifications:
4 years of experience with 5 Axis CNC vertical machining centers.
Active Secret DoD Security Clearance
Associates degree or Trade School certification
Experience with composite, honeycomb, and aluminum materials
We offer flexible work arrangements, excellent learning opportunities, exposure to a wide variety of projects and customers, and a very friendly team environment. We are looking for self-motivated, proactive, and goal-oriented people to help us grow our services and become even better at what we do.
Our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) provide benefits for the member, our leaders and the company. Our ERGs offer opportunities to be a friend, be active, be a volunteer, be a leader, to be recognized and to be yourself. Every ERG is inclusive of all employees!
At Northrop Grumman, we are on the cutting edge of innovation-- building the next generation of sophisticated aircraft to protect our country. Our diverse portfolio of programs means there are endless paths to cultivate your career. We are well-known for our expansive, family environment, as well as our excellent work/life balance. We also offer exceptional benefits/healthcare, a 9/80 schedule, and a great 401K matching program.
Salary Range: $44,200 - $73,600
Salary Range 2: $52,500 - $87,500
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.