Mission Enabling Products (MEP), is Northrop Grumman's leading designer, producer, and supplier of spacecraft components that power and enable satellites of all classes. Products include spacecraft panels, bus structures, precision optical structures, deployable structural systems and mechanisms, solar arrays, and antenna reflectors. Our products are on virtually every U.S. satellite built in the last 20 years.
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The Space Deployables operating unit under MEP is seeking a qualified Manufacturing Technician 2 to assist with operations in general manufacturing to assemble precision electro-mechanical products such as gear train mechanisms, tooling structures and assembly products and devices specific to the Deployables OU. This position is based out of the Oxnard, CA site.
Primary Responsibilities :
Performs functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in assembly, set-up and calibration tasks
Performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies and final assemblies
Perform rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, sub-assemblies and final assemblies
Determines and assists in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process
Works with engineers in conducting experiments
Handling and managing fragile composite materials
Notate usage, traceability, pot life, and out time controls on all adhesive materials used
Report data and interface with other employees and departments
Tooling preparation and release application
Utilize measurement tools such as calipers, rulers, and tape measures for fabricating hardware
Reading and understanding manufacturing blue prints and shop planning
Assist in maintaining overall shop appearance and cleanliness
Basic Qualifications for Level 2:
High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years additional education and/or manufacturing or mechanical experience
Experience working in a manufacturing environment (space/satellite structures, aerospace, Automotive, composite, industrial)
Experience with composite bonding and electronic soldering
Demonstrated Mechanical Ability
Must be a US Citizen
Ability to lift/push/pull up to 40 pounds
Ability to be on feet for up to various hours each day
Preferred Qualifications:
Able to read, write and work to written instructions, blueprints, or shop drawings
Proficient use of basic shop arithmetic
Ability to multitask, prioritize
Experience or familiarity with ISO requirements, standards, and compliance issues
Microsoft Office skills (Word and Excel)
Experience with cranes and rigging, forklifts, and similar manufacturing equipment